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Pedropiedra
Pedro Subercaseaux García de la Huerta (Santiago, April 17, 1978), better known by his stage name Pedropiedra, is a Chilean musician and composer. In addition to his solo career including five studio albums, he has also served as drummer for Jorge González (musician), Jorge González' and 31 minutos' bands, as well as being member of several other bands such as ''CHC'' (2001-2009) and the superband ''Pillanes'' since 2018 as a multi-instrumentalist. Biography and career Childhood and adolescence He is son of the painter Juan Subercaseaux Sommerhoff and Paula García de la Huerta Echaurren. During his childhood in the commune of San Bernardo, Chile, San Bernardo in the southern sector of Santiago de Chile, Subercaseaux began self-taught on the guitar and drums. He has pointed out that his first influences were the group The Beatles, a taste that he inherited from his mother, Michael Jackson, Los Prisioneros and Soda Stereo, in addition to romantic music in Spanish. Beginning ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
31 Minutos
''31 minutos'' (English: ''31 minutes'') is a Chilean television comedy, comedy television series and a children's music virtual band created by the production company Aplaplac (owned by Álvaro Díaz González, Álvaro Díaz, Pedro Peirano and Juan Manuel Egaña) that was first broadcast March 15, 2003 on Televisión Nacional de Chile (TVN). The program is a parody of , a controversial news program broadcast on the same channel throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Its format as a current affairs news program led by host Tulio Triviño frames a variety of unexpected and humorous events involving various members of the news team. The show features both explicit and implicit educational messages alongside content simply designed to show ridiculous and comedic situations. In its first period, the series had three seasons, from 2003 to 2005, in addition to a participation for the 2003 Chilean telethon, 2003 Chilean Telethon and a Christmas special that same year. On March 27, 2008, the ser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crystal Fairy
''Crystal Fairy & The Magical Cactus'' (''Crystal Fairy & The Magical Cactus and 2012'' as presented onscreen) is a 2013 Chilean adventure comedy film written and directed by Sebastián Silva. The film stars Michael Cera and Gaby Hoffmann. At the film's Sundance premiere, Silva said that his film, which is based on a real-life encounter, is "about the birth of compassion in someone's life." The film received positive reviews from critics. Plot Jamie, a self-absorbed young American traveling in Chile, is eager to explore the mysteries of the San Pedro cactus, a local hallucinogen. However, in a moment of indiscretion, he invites the eccentric "Crystal Fairy", another young American, to join him and his three Chilean companions, who are also seeking the magical herb to varying degrees. Much to everyone's dismay, the New Age-obsessed Crystal Fairy, now dubbed "Crystal Hairy", joins them on their road trip, and her presence soon tests everyone's patience. Despite a hasty theft to ac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Life Kills Me
''Life Kills Me'' ( Spanish: ''La vida me mata'') is a 2007 Chilean comedy-drama film directed by Sebastián Silva (in his directorial debut) and written by Silva & Pedro Peirano. Starring Diego Muñoz, Amparo Noguera and Gabriel Díaz. Synopsis Gaspar, a depressed young man, has not been able to overcome the early death of his brother, until he feels that he has reincarnated as Álvaro, a young man he has just met. Álvaro, an eccentric obsessed with death, takes advantage of the influence he has acquired in Gaspar to guide him through a series of experiences related to death. In this dangerous game, Gaspar will find a reason to live and Álvaro will find death. Cast The actors participating in this film are: * Gabriel Díaz as Gaspar * Diego Muñoz as Álvaro * Claudia Celedón as Susana * Amparo Noguera as Margarita * Catalina Saavedra as Chabela * Ramón Llao as Rubén / Ghost 2 * Alejandro Sieveking as David * Marcial Tagle as Javier * Roberto Farías as Coach ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Santiago, Chile
Santiago (, ; ), also known as Santiago de Chile (), is the capital and largest city of Chile and one of the largest cities in the Americas. It is located in the country's central valley and is the center of the Santiago Metropolitan Region, which has a population of seven million, representing 40% of Chile's total population. Most of the city is situated between above sea level. Founded in 1541 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia, Santiago has served as the capital city of Chile since colonial times. The city features a downtown core characterized by 19th-century neoclassical architecture and winding side streets with a mix of Art Deco, Gothic Revival, and other styles. Santiago's cityscape is defined by several standalone hills and the fast-flowing Mapocho River, which is lined by parks such as Parque Bicentenario, Parque Forestal, and Parque de la Familia. The Andes Mountains are visible from most parts of the city and contribute to a smog problem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Federico Dannemann
Federico (; ) is a given name and surname. It is a form of Frederick, most commonly found in Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. People with the given name Federico Arts and language * Federico Ágreda, Venezuelan composer and DJ * Federico Aguilar Alcuaz, renowned Filipino painter * Federico Andahazi, Argentine writer and psychologist * Federico Aubele, Argentine singer-songwriter * Federico Ayos, Argentine actor * Federico Canessi (1905–1977), Mexican sculptor, muralist * Federico Casagrande, Italian jazz guitarist * Federico Castelluccio, Italian-American actor who is most famous for his role as Furio Giunta on the HBO TV series, The Sopranos * Federico Cesari, Italian actor * Federico Cortese, Italian conductor, Music Director of the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras and the Harvard Radcliffe Orchestra * Federico D'Elía, Argentine actor * Federico Elizalde, Filipino marksman and musician * Federico Falco, Argentine writer * Federico Fellini, Italian film-maker and director ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chancho En Piedra
Chancho en Piedra (name of a chilean sauce) is a Chilean funk rock band, considered influential in the popularization of alternative rock in Latin America. They are commonly described as similar to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, but are also known for their unique sound and goofy style. Their participation in community related events – playing benefits for the Chilean National Commission of Scientific and Technological Investigation and contributing songs to the popular Chilean children's puppet show 31 Minutos – and their proliferation as artists – having released 11 albums since their debut in 1995 – has gained them widespread familiarity. Their popularity has spread not only in Latin America but internationally as well, allowing them to perform at Memphis' Beale Street Music Festival A music festival is a festival, community event with music, performances of singing and instrument playing that is often presented with a theme such as musical genre (e.g., rock music, rock, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mon Laferte
Norma Monserrat Bustamante Laferte (born 2 May 1983) better known as Mon Laferte, is a Chilean and Mexican musician, singer, songwriter and painter. Her musical style is diverse, spanning across different genres such as pop, rock, bolero, cumbia, and salsa, showcasing her versatility and creativity. Throughout the 2010s, she gained widespread recognition for her melodramatic style and "captivating stage persona". Laferte has sold more than 4.8 million equivalent units in Mexico alone, making her the best-selling Chilean artist in the digital era. Five of her releases — ''Mon Laferte, Vol. 1'' (2015), ''La Trenza'' (2017), " Tu falta de querer", " Amárrame", and " Mi buen amor"— have received diamond certification or higher by the Asociación Mexicana de Productores de Fonogramas y Videogramas (AMPROFON). Her accolades include five Latin Grammy Awards (the most for a Chilean artist), a Musa Award, three Telehit Awards, two MTV Europe Music Awards, four MTV MIAW ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sin Bandera
Sin Bandera is a Mexican duo who perform romantic ballads, consisting of Mexican singer-songwriter Leonel Garcia and Argentine-Mexican singer-songwriter Noel Schajris. They formed in Mexico City in 2000. They became one of the most popular artists after their eponymous debut studio album, '' Sin Bandera'', was released on November 20, 2001. Biography 2002-2002: Formation, self-titled album Leonel García (from Mexico) had the idea to be a soloist. He showed dexterity with the guitar and his voice, but this project remained frozen at the record companies; meanwhile, García wrote songs for other recognized artists from the 1990s such as Lynda Thomas. At the same time, Noel Schajris (from Argentina, now a nationalized Mexican) was preparing another solo album after making his debut in 1999. Both being musicians, composers and singers, they discovered the ideal formula to unite their talents and personalities in 2000. There was immediate chemistry: they spoke about their favori ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gepe
Daniel Alejandro Riveros Sepúlveda (born September 28, 1981), known as Gepe, is a Chilean singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He has released five solo albums in addition to one album as a member of the band Taller Dejao. He has been described as the "new 'guru' of Chilean folk" for combining the sensibilities of 1960s and 1970s Chilean folk (especially the music of Víctor Jara) with a minimalist, electropop sound. Biography Gepe was born in San Miguel, Chile, San Miguel, a Communes of Chile, commune of Santiago, Chile.[ Allmusic] Then he studied graphical design at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. Taller Dejao Taller Dejao, consisting of Gepe on drums and vocals and Javier Cruz on bass, released an album entitled ''El brillo que tiene es lo humano que le queda'' in 2004. Solo Gepe released his first solo recording, the EP ''5x5'', on Jacobino Discos in 2004. On November 4, 2005, he released his first full-length album, ''Gepinto'', on the Chilean l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Maid (2009 Film)
''The Maid'' () is a 2009 Chilean comedy-drama film, directed by Sebastián Silva and co-written by Silva and Pedro Peirano. It has won numerous awards since its premiere at the 25th Annual Sundance Film Festival. The film has had much critical acclaim, particularly for Catalina Saavedra's award-winning performance as the lead character. Plot synopsis For over 23 years, Raquel (Saavedra) has worked as the maid for the Valdes family. She shows utmost loyalty and respect to her employers, Pilar (Celedón) and Edmundo (Goic). Raquel gets along well with their teenage son, Lucas (Agustín Silva), but often clashes with their headstrong daughter, Camila (García-Huidobro). When Raquel begins to suffer from dizzy spells caused by her excessive use of chlorine for household cleaning, Pilar decides to hire additional maids to assist Raquel with her daily chores. However, Raquel fiercely guards her territory and resents the newcomers, engaging in a series of increasingly desperate attem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reggae
Reggae () is a music genre that originated in Jamaica during the late 1960s. The term also denotes the modern popular music of Jamaica and its Jamaican diaspora, diaspora. A 1968 single by Toots and the Maytals, "Do the Reggay", was the first popular song to use the word ''reggae'', effectively naming the genre and introducing it to a global audience. Reggae is rooted in traditional Jamaican Kumina, Pukkumina, Revival Zion, Nyabinghi, and burru drumming. Jamaican reggae music evolved out of the earlier genres mento, ska and rocksteady. Reggae usually relates news, social gossip, and political commentary. It is recognizable from the counterpoint between the bass and drum downbeat and the offbeat rhythm section. The immediate origins of reggae were in ska and rocksteady; from the latter, reggae took over the use of the bass as a percussion instrument. Stylistically, reggae incorporates some of the musical elements of rhythm and blues, jazz, mento (a celebratory, rural folk form ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
