Rock De Mi Pueblo

 (13 customer reviews)

After thoroughly enjoying Carlos Vives' last tour-de-force "Dejame Entrar" I thought it would be impossible for the artist to match the integrity and musical genius the artist brough to that epic cycle. On "Rock de mi Pueblo" Vives delivers another set of free-style vallenato and pure anthems that combine refreshing melodies and catchy lyrics. I see this set as a continuation of the prior album - joyful and thoughtful at once, and deeply heartfelt. From the opening accordions that highlight "Comu Tu" - a number one track on Spanish radio at the moment - to the joyful "Gallito de Caramelo" and the album-capping "Duro", Vives sends a message to his people and all of his fans - he's here with something important to say and the words and music to say it with class, dignity and absolute fun. While some may complain the artist sticks to what he knows best and what he's delivered in the past, I see nothing wrong with that. If its true this album has a harder edge, that's fine too - all...Read more

I have all of Carlos' albums. I'd have to say I was probably expecting too much out of this one. Most of the songs sound too similar to past songs. I guess at a first try I was a bit bored. I do like Como tu and the fact that there is still some valleanto and rock. Interesting enough the play on words, rock de mi pueblo. Just an odd cultural observation!

Anyway, the cd did not sound as fresh to me as I hoped, but maybe that will just grow...?

I live in Panama and two nights ago had the great pleasure of going to Carlos Vives' concert, on his "Rock de mi Pueblo" tour. If you have a chance to catch part of this tour, do so. His live act is marvelous, a great way to see him and all of his talented musicians in action. His love for Colombia and attachment to his musical roots are still strong and come across in every piece. This collection is not as traditional-sounding as his previous ones, but he's stretching and trying out new stuff, always with great musical talent and creativity. I just hope he doesn't stray too far from Colombia's beloved vallenato style and lose it in the process. I lived in Colombia in the 1990's, when his career was taking off, and to me, Carlos Vives IS Colombia. I hear him and I'm transported back to this most beautiful but badly maligned country. Que viva por siempre el amor de mi tierra!