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RAFAGA
TheLatinVoice.com caught up with
RAFAGA in an exclusive Interview @ La Voz Latina
FM Studios, here is what they had to say. Although
the original Interview was in Spanish, here is summarised
transcript of the English Version:
TLV: Hi Guys, First of all
welcome to Australia
1.
Q – Tell us a bit about RAFAGA the band, how
did all started?
A – (Sergio & Ariel) It all Started in
Argentina in 1994 , with my self and Ariel being
the first members we have been going for about 10
years and the band still has it’s original
members…It was a concept put forward to us
by one of Argentina’s renowned industry personalities
and we took off from there, it was like an instant
reaction from the public and we just grew from there
but it was not until 1997 that we got our big break
when for the first time we participated in the “Midem
Latino de Musica”in Miami which opened new
frontiers for us…our band consists of 8 members
who are: Ariel Puchetta (vocals), Mauro Piñeyro
(instruments), Sergio Aranda (instruments), Ariel
Rosales "Richard" (guitar), Ulises Piñeyro
(instruments), Omar Morel (batería), Juan
Carlos Fusco "coco" (bajo), Marcelo Rodríguez
"pollo" (percusion)
2. Q - What inspired the name
RAFAGA
A – (Sergio) “RAFAGA” means a
gush of wind, like one of those strong winds that
takes everything in it’s path…it’s
meaning was very powerful and appealing to us
3. Q - What has been the proudest
moment in your career?
A – (Sergio) Well…It’s hard to
say ….as musicians we would say every moment
in our career is a proud one….our fans make
us proud!
 4.
Q – (Sergio, Ariel & Richard) We know
this is your first time in Australia, what do you
think about the public so far in comparison to other
countries you have toured?
A – Well…we have only been here for
a couple of days but what we have seen so far we
like, people are very hospitable and friendly…It’s
hard to compare with other countries because Australia
is relatively new for us and we are probably not
as well known as in other countries but so far the
reaction has been great…
5.
Q - Ariel, as well know you have decided to leave
Rafaga to launch your solo career Tell us what prompted
your decision to separate from Rafaga, Who is going
to replace you?
A – (Ariel) Well…I have been with the
Band since the beginning and it saddens me to have
to leave, but in life we have to take chances and
opportunities that arise. These guys are like a
family to me and I am sure our relationship will
continue…In regards to my replacement we are
currently undergoing auditions and have a few possible
candidates…we will have to finalise this once
we get back to Buenos Aires
6.
Q – Which band or artist do you look up to,
what genre inspire you the most?
A – (Richard) mmm…we don’t really
look up to any Band or Artist a such…It’s
more like we have a lot of admiration and respect
for all fellow musicians…we all like different
genres…for example I love Rock, Sergio likes
Salsa, Ariel likes Cumbia…these combinations
I think is what make us unique
7.
Q – On a more personal note…if you had
a wish to be granted what would they be?
A –(Sergio) I’d have to say peace in
the world…I think it is an issue that affects
us all
8.
Q - Here in Australia we have some very good Latin
Bands, some of which play your music, any tips or
messages for them?
A – –(Sergio, Ariel & Richard) Yes
Guys…Thank you all! We really do appreciate
your support…Keep it up, keep making our culture
and music proud and never give up!
9 . Q - What would you like
to see more or less of the Latin scene around the
world?
A – –(Sergio, Ariel & Richard) –
More unity and less competition…Latin people
are like a big family we should look after each
other and be proud of our heritage
10. Q – A message for
all the Latin Community in Australia and The Latin
Voice.com & Voz Latina public:
A – –(Sergio, Ariel & Richard) –
Thank you for making us feel welcome and for all
your support…Keep following your dreams and
supporting your culture, we hope to see you all
on Thursday and Friday night…And to you guys
at The Latin Voice.com & La Voz Latina. FM thank
you for being there every step of the way…Keep
it up!
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