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Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota

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Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota
Company typeRock band
IndustryMusic
Founded1976
FounderCarlos "El Indio" Solari, Skay Beilinson
Defunct2001
Headquarters
La Plata
,
Argentina
Area served
Argentina
Key people
Carlos "El Indio" Solari (vocalist), Skay Beilinson (guitarist), Semilla Bucciarelli (bassist), Walter Sidotti (drummer), Sergio Dawi (saxophonist)
ProductsRock music albums and live performances
Number of employees
5 (primary lineup) (1987–2001)

Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota, also referred to as Patricio Rey, Los Redonditos or Los Redonditos de Ricota, was a rock ensemble originating from La Plata, Argentina. Active from the mid-1970s through the early 2000s, they played a pivotal role in shaping Argentine rock and amassed a dedicated following.

Name

The term Patricio Rey denotes an imagined figure or collective persona rather than an actual band member. The nickname Los Redonditos de Ricota translates to "the little ricotta rounds," a colloquial expression for homemade ricotta-filled fritters, which inspired the group's moniker.

Origins: 1976–1984

Established in 1976 by vocalist Carlos "El Indio" Solari and guitarist Skay Beilinson, the band began performing in various bars and clubs around La Plata. Skay, previously part of La Cofradía de la Flor Solar, collaborated with artist Ricardo "Rocambole" Cohen, who became their exclusive visual designer. By the late 1970s, they embarked on tours across northwest Argentina.

In 1982, Solari and Beilinson moved to Buenos Aires, where they produced a demo and secured a contract with a major record label. The lineup at this time included bassist Semilla Bucciarelli, rhythm guitarist Rodolfo Gorosito, and drummer Alejandro Pensa. Both Skay and Pensa briefly played with Edelmiro Molinari’s band La Galletita.

Their initial deal was with RCA, but after recording a demo containing songs like "Super Lógico" and "Mariposa Pontiac," RCA chose not to continue due to uncertainties about the material.

Nonetheless, the group gained traction in the underground scene through radio exposure in Buenos Aires and support from journalist Lalo Mir. Significant gigs at venues such as Teatro Bambalinas and Go! Disco helped solidify their reputation.

In 1984, Pensa and Gorosito left the band, replaced by Piojo Ávalos and Tito "Fargo" D'Aviero. That same year, Patricio Rey signed a new contract with Wormo Records.

Rise to prominence: 1985–1990

August 1985 saw the release of their debut studio album Gulp, which featured tracks like "La Bestia Pop" and "El Infierno Está Encantador esta Noche," both receiving radio attention. The album's official launch took place at Cemento following the cancellation of shows at Teatro Astros.

By September 1986, their tour concluded as they began work on their sophomore album, Oktubre. This record included contributions from Daniel Melero and Claudio Cornelio, as well as final performances by Tito D'Aviero, Willy Crook, and Piojo Ávalos. The album integrated more accessible hooks while preserving the band's distinctive sound.

After D'Aviero, Crook, and Ávalos departed, Solari and Beilinson remained as the creative nucleus. In 1987, drummer Walter Sidotti and saxophonist Sergio Dawi joined permanently.

With this lineup in place during the late 1980s, they released Un Baión para el Ojo Idiota (1987), their final record under Wormo, followed by ¡Bang! ¡Bang! Estás Liquidado (1989), their first with Del Cielito Records. These albums marked a transition toward a more commercial style featuring simpler compositions influenced by classic rock. However, Solari’s intricate and politically charged lyrics persisted, addressing topics such as Argentina’s neoliberal policies, the Gulf War, corruption, media manipulation, drug culture, and existential questions.

The Estadio Obras Event: 1991

In 1991, during a concert at Estadio Obras Sanitarias, a fan named Walter Bulacio was detained amid unrest and subsequently died due to injuries sustained from police actions. This tragedy prompted municipal authorities to prohibit the band from live performances.

Despite this challenge, the group launched their fifth studio album La Mosca y la Sopa that same year, which became one of their most commercially acclaimed works.

Resuming Live Performances, Lobo Suelto, Cordero Atado and Luzbelito: 1992–1997

Los Redondos obtained authorization from the Tandil local government to perform legally. In 1992, they released their sole live album En Directo, although it initially lacked official endorsement from Del Cielito. The following year, in 1993, they issued the two-part album Lobo Suelto, Cordero Atado, with the first volume featuring "Un Ángel Para tu Soledad," which became a defining track and radio favorite.

Their significant return to large venues happened in 1994 at Estadio Huracán, attracting an audience of 80,000. In August 1995, they held two sold-out nightclub concerts in San Carlos, Santa Fe.

By 1996, the band unveiled their eighth studio record Luzbelito, created across studios in Brazil, the United States, and Buenos Aires—marking another commercial success. That year concluded with performances on October 26–27 at Estadio Polideportivo in Mar del Plata and on December 28 at Estadio 15 de Abril in Unión de Santa Fe to celebrate the band's anniversary.

Evolution of Sound, Challenges, and Dissolution: 1998–2001

At the end of December 1998, they performed at Estadio Racing Club featuring Hernán Aramberri on keyboards and special guest "Conejo" Jolivet during the presentation of Último Bondi a Finisterre, their ninth studio album. The two concerts gathered over 45,000 attendees and were heavily secured after a flare was thrown onto the stage, provoking Solari's anger.

A landmark event occurred in April 2000 when they brought together more than 140,000 fans at River Plate Stadium, Buenos Aires, demonstrating their immense popularity. These shows also demanded extensive security measures. During the April 15 performance, an individual attacked several spectators with a knife before being subdued by the crowd. That same year saw the release of Momo Sampler.

In 2001, Patricio Rey held two shows at Uruguay’s Centenario Stadium on April 22 and 23. The Momo Sampler Tour wrapped up on August 4 at Chateau Carreras in Córdoba. By November, internal conflicts between Indio Solari and other members led to the band's official breakup announcement.

Post-Band Activities and Solo Endeavors: 2002–Present

Following the group's disbandment, various former members embarked on solo ventures. Skay Beilinson debuted his solo career with the album A través del Mar de los Sargazos in 2002.

In late 2004, Indio Solari established Los Fundamentalistas del Aire Acondicionado alongside Marcelo Torres (bass), Pablo Sbaraglia (keyboards), Julio Saez (later replaced by Gaspar Benegas) and Baltazar Comotto (guitars), Hernán Aramberri and Martín Carrizo (drums), as well as Sergio Colombo and Miguel Ángel Tallarita on horns. This ensemble has released four albums to date.

Walter Sidotti resumed musical activities with La Favorita between 1997 and 2004 during a tour in Spain; he currently performs regularly with his band and partners with Sergio Dawi for Patricio Rey tribute concerts.

Semilla Bucciarelli pursues work as a painter and illustrator, contributing to projects such as La Renga's Detonador de Sueños (2003), La Favorita, and Jesús Granero's Le Mie Parole (2013). Sergio Dawi created Dossaxos2 with Damián Nisenson and released his first solo album Estrellados in 2004. In 2007, he formed the interactive-visual project "VideoSaxMachine" followed by his second solo record Quijotes al ajillo in 2008, which features collaborations including a duet with Indio Solari.

In recognition of their impact, the band received the Konex Award in 2005 as the best Rock Group of the decade spanning 1995–2005, an honor shared with Divididos.

Band members

Primary Lineup (1987–2001)
  • Indio Solari - Lead vocalist
  • Skay Beilinson - Guitarist
  • Semilla Bucciarelli - Bassist
  • Walter Sidotti - Drummer
  • Sergio Dawi - Saxophonist
Additional Members
  • Hernán Aramberri - Samplers (1993, 1997–2002)
  • "Conejo" Jolivet - Lead guitar (Late 1970s, 1993, 1997–1998)
  • Tito "Fargo" D'Aviero - Rhythm guitarist (1984–1987)
  • Daniel "Piojo" Ávalos - Drums (1984–1987)
  • Willy Crook - Saxophone (1984–1987; deceased 2021)
  • Andrés Teocharidis - Keyboardist (1986–1987; deceased 1987)
  • Rodolfo Gorosito - Rhythm guitar (1982–1984)
  • Roddy Castro - Keyboards (Late 1970s)
  • Pepe Fenton - Bass guitar (1976–1982)
  • Alejandro Pensa - Drums (1982–1984)
Contributors
  • Carmen Castro ("La Negra Poly") - Band manager
  • Ricardo Cohen ("Rocambole") - Visual artist
  • Enrique Symns - Spoken word and monologues
  • Lito Vitale - Piano and keyboard performances

Discography

External links

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