Argentina seems an unlikely place for krautrock but Monoambiente proves different.
Originating from the province of Tucumán, the band released two mini albums that blend krautrock influences (think Neu! and Can) with laidback latin pop. An unusual combination and that's how it sounds: unusual, but absolutely beautiful if you ask me.
The first EP Sin Música which I post here will appeal more to diehard krautrock fans, particularly the opening track El Nuevo Kraut. Buy it and you will also get an interesting video.
The second mini La Fábrica de Éxitos Cerró is more song oriented. There are still strange, disruptive elements but they're more subtle. It contains a Spanish cover of David Bowie's The Man Who Sold The World.
I haven't found much information about Monoambiente on the Net except for a few more songs posted on Pure Volume. I actually don't know if they are still active - the minis are from 2009. Whatever, enjoy their music. They're worth every second of your attention.
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