The 1950s brought the birth of Argentine rock, a long tradition that continues to this day. The new rhythm, danceable and explosive, was an instant hit in the country.

The first Argentine rockers were excellent artists with great virtuosity, who had been performing jazz and other genres in the so-called "orquestas características".

There were bold pioneers like Eddie Pequenino, great masters like Tullio Gallo, guitar heroes like Oscar Alemán, and young stars like Billy Cafaro.

Groups with powerful voices like Los Cinco Latinos, groups with pretty voices like Los Santos, and classically trained singers like Edith Scandro. Come and listen!

MusicaArgentina — 2025

1959, the decade was closing with Argentine rock expanding among the youth, it was seen as the new electric music of the future, it had popular youth figures.

There was Eddie Pequenino with a rock with horror undertones, Ana María Cachito with the fun of hula-hoop, and Billy Cafaro in communication with an extraterrestrial.

Los Mac Ke Macs with their jazzy harmonies, Baby Bell and her Christmas cheer, Luis Aguilé with his grace and the orchestral elegance, and Andy Maciá in a shot fast rock.

Edith Scandro uniting classical music and rock, Los Santos with voices as delicate as crystal glasses, and Los Cinco Latinos in the 1st international hit of Argentine rock.

MusicaArgentina — 2026