R-Tronika
New York City, NY | Established. Jan 01, 2004 | SELF
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The best kept secret in music
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R-Tronika has come a long way. What started as the project of New York-based Peruvian artist Renzo Ortega, has evolved into a musical collective that goes beyond punk electronica and into world rhythms such as South American folk and reggae. The addition of percussion is especially welcoming. Even though the three female vocalists can sound screeching at times, it gives the group breadth. The lyrics are repetitive, literally and figuratively, (“down with Babylon,” “viva el pueblo”-type of stuff) but we are rooting for you R-Tronika! The new Gogol Bordello? Not there yet, but….
Jatnna says: “The CD is political with a mix of world music beats. I would recommend this to someone who digs ska or reggae. But I think the female vocals really bring the group down.”
Overall Remezcla Survey Says: Definitely needs some work but on the right track.
RATING: 2 Stars - REMEZCLA
Discography
EP ( Ep on Vinyl 2010)
Apple Pie (Album 2009)
Love Consious Songs
(Demos 2006-07)
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Bio
Founded in 2004 by Peruvian artist Renzo Ortega, R-Tronika is a New York based music project that combines cumbia and punk with electronics; creating a unique sound that reflects the multicultural background of the band’s members and the city they thrive in. The songs, sung in Spanish and English, are inspired by the people and streets of New York City and embody the notion of music without borders.
R-Tronika has performed in a variety of venues and festivals in New York City, Chicago, Philadelphia, Texas and internationally in Mexico, Lima and Berlin. From D.I.Y. spaces and punk festivals to Museums and Art Galleries. The band’s concerts have been described as explosive and charismatic.
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