Edel Juárez and "Mientras Dure."
I can find absolutely no info about El Artista and the song itself other than that a) he's from Mexico City, b) he's not young, and c) the record seems to date from the current century.
Oh yeah...And the title translates as "While It Lasts."
That said -- what a great groove (oh that drum sound! oh that organ!). And the whole thing could pass for a really cool early 70s Brit blues-influenced band track with production by Jimmy Miller.
Which is close to as high praise as I can give, frankly. (BG says nah -- more like Tom Petty. In any event, terrific, no?)
Coming tomorrow -- a pop quiz involving a friend of the blog and some vinyl found at a record store.
Could be a hot one!!!
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I like it even though it is not a "song" exactly - it's a recitation and then an instrumental passage
Google's Gemini chatbot asserts:
Edel Juárez is a Mexican singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt ballads and poetic lyrics. His music often explores themes of love, loss, and introspection.
"Mientras Dure" is one of his most popular songs, translated to English as "While It Lasts." The song is characterized by its melancholic tone and introspective lyrics. It delves into the complexities of human relationships and the fleeting nature of love.
Key themes and emotions expressed in the song include:
Ephemeral love: The song suggests that love is temporary and can end at any moment.
Vulnerability: The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and emotional openness.
Acceptance: The singer seems to accept the impermanence of love and the pain that comes with it.
I should have called it a "record" rather than a "song."
From that same album, listen to "Arbelodas," and try to tell me the basic track doesn't sound like something REM was doing late in their career
https://open.spotify.com/track/3v92Hf4AAmihQIbUHnqfbw?si=nByRYHs4QHePFm3yb5ewcQ&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A6CTnsZA9Dn71Tr7ojXoHTf
What a lovely track.
My god -- that's exquisite. Okay -- this guy is definitely a subject for serious future research, and thanks!!!!
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