At first glance, you would think that Argentine band, Sig Ragga, are the Sudaca version of Insane Clown Posse because of their painted faces and clown attire. The only difference (considering everyone's personal taste) is that Sig Ragga is actually aesthetically pleasing to the ears.
Sig Ragga is a band from Santa Fe, Argentina and has more than ten years of existence. They began as a ska/Jamaican/English/reggae band, but as the group kept revolutionizing, Sig Ragga began exploring with son Cubano, African rhythms, Latin American beats and jazz, always having roots and reggae as a base. In 2008, they released their EP which consisted of three tracks that are now included in their self-titled debut album, recorded and produced by Diego Blanco (pianist from Los Pericos), Sig Ragga (Sony, 2009), .
As for their lyrics, Sig Ragga focuses more on manifestation, experiments and way to interpret the world, and like every other artist, this album contains some energetic and some mellow melodies. Let's begin....
I believe Cuchillos is their first single from the album. When I was in Nicaragua, I came across the music from an England reggae artist known as Pato Banton, which I absolutely love. Funny thing is, I come to hear Pato Banton in the first track of this production, which makes it more fascinating. As for the melody, it's simply spectacular and very modern, combining funk and making it very danceable.
Orquesta en Descomposicion demonstrates Sig Raggas experimental side, which combines jazz, some tango flairs here and there, with some rock and reggae, making it a sweet burlesque experience. Honestly, I wish I knew what they are saying in the song, but that's the least of the worries when you come across this track.
Sig Ragga is categorized as a band that mixes theatre and art and it can be noticed in songs such as Matata. It opens up with delirious percussion and brass combination, giving it the illusion that we are at a circus show or at some gypsy hang out in Spain. The melody in Matata has nothing to do with reggae, instead, it is more polka, ska, and bells than anything else.
When it comes to taking it down a notch, I recommend Lo que has hecho siempre: Quererme. Think a tranquil bossanova, delicate guitars, nature sounds: birds, the river ... think Rainforest Cafe, think an enchanting angel voice. Just imagine how beautiful this track is.
Sig Ragga have their trajectory and as for me, it is the first time I know of them. Overall, I can't complain because this album made me realize that despite the same Pitbull, Chayanne and DJ Tiesto songs on the radio, good music still exists somewhere on this earth.
For more 411: http://www.myspace.com/sigragga
Track List:
Cuchillos
Severino Di Giovanni
Continuidad de lo indecible
Orquesta en descomposición
Resistencia indígena
Feliz
Abrir y cerrar de noches
El niño del jinete rojo
Puntilla if Kaffa
Quise ser
Matatata
Lo que has hecho siempre: quererme
"Cuchillos"
:: Jessica Roiz
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