Rodrigo y Gabriela facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rodrigo y Gabriela
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Rodrigo y Gabriela, New York 2007
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| Origin | Dublin, Ireland |
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| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | Rubyworks |
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Rodrigo y Gabriela are a musical duo from Mexico. They are also known as "El Rodri y La Gabi". They play fast, exciting music using only acoustic guitars. Rodrigo Sánchez plays the lead guitar, which usually plays the main tune. Gabriela Quintero plays the rhythm guitar, which provides the beat and background sound. She also adds percussion by tapping on her guitar.
They became famous by playing in hotels and bars in Dublin, Ireland. People loved their energetic performances. One person who wrote about music said that Rodrigo y Gabriela are great musicians and happy entertainers. This is often what people want to see! Both Rodrigo and Gabriela are vegans, meaning they do not eat animal products. They also support animal rights. Their music mixes many different styles and influences.
They first met in Mexico City when they were part of a heavy metal band. Later, they moved to Dublin to start their acoustic duo. Their album, Rodrigo y Gabriela, became the number one album on the Irish Albums Chart.
Their Music Albums
Rodrigo y Gabriela have released several albums. These include studio albums, which are recorded in a studio, and live albums, which are recorded during their concerts.
Studio Albums
- Foc (2001)
- re-Foc (2002)
- Rodrigo y Gabriela (2006)
- 11:11 (2009)
- Area 52 (2012)
Live Albums
- Live: Manchester and Dublin (2004)
- Live in Japan (2008)
- Live in France (2011)
Extended Plays
- Live Session (2007)
Images for kids
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Rodrigo y Gabriela playing live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
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Rodrigo y Gabriela performing in concert at Central Park SummerStage in Central Park, New York on July 1, 2007.
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Rodrigo y Gabriela performing at the Sasquatch! Music Festival in Washington State, on May 30, 2011.
See also
In Spanish: Rodrigo y Gabriela para niños
