Mario Pergolini Ranks Top 5 Argentine Rock Musicians, Sparks Debate

Radio host Mario Pergolini ignited a lively debate among Argentine rock enthusiasts by revealing his personal ranking of the five most essential musicians in the genre's history. During a recent appearance on the Vorterix radio program "Paren la mano," Pergolini shared his curated list, which immediately drew reactions and discussions.

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Calamaro, I think he has to be there.

Pergolini's selection began with widely acclaimed figures: Luis Alberto Spinetta, Charly García, and Gustavo Cerati. However, the conversation intensified when the hosts pressed him to include Indio Solari, a suggestion Pergolini repeatedly declined. Despite the insistence from the program's presenters, Pergolini stood firm on his choices.

He continued his list by naming Andrés Calamaro, stating, "Calamaro, I think he has to be there." The fifth spot was awarded to Pappo. This selection notably left out other highly regarded musicians frequently mentioned during the discussion, such as Fito Páez and Indio Solari.

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He was an excellent guitarist, but all of Pappo’s Blues is foundational for Argentine rock; without Pappo’s Blues, I don't know what would have happened to rock in this country.

When questioned about Pappo's inclusion, Pergolini defended his choice by highlighting the guitarist's foundational role in Argentine rock. "He was an excellent guitarist, but all of Pappo’s Blues is foundational for Argentine rock; without Pappo’s Blues, I don't know what would have happened to rock in this country," he asserted. Addressing Solari's absence again, Pergolini humorously explained, "Solari would be in the Olympus, but the gods should get along with each other, and Solari and Pappo did not get along."

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Solari would be in the Olympus, but the gods should get along with each other, and Solari and Pappo did not get along.