Originaly formed by Enrique Villareal "El Drogas" (bassist and vocalist), José (Drums), Sergio Osés (second guitar), all three coming from the band Kafarnaún, and Javier Hernandez "Boni" (guitarist and vocalist).
They gave their first concert in April 1982 in the Txantrea square, an even that's remembered because they played without any scenery and directly surrounded by people. (Barricada would play exactly 25 years later in the same conditions, in the same exact place reuniting numerous fans despite it was almost not advertised).
Mikel Astrain substituted José at the drums to record their first album "Noche de Rock&Roll" (1983), produced by Rosendo
Just after releasing their first album Sergio had to leave the band because of the obligatory military service and Alfredo Piedrafita became the new guitarist. In 1984 Mikel died because of a stroke and Fernando Coronado became the drumer.
This formation that would stay stable until 2002 recorded the second album "Barrio Conflictivo" (1985). In this year they were chosen as "Best group from Navarra".
For their third album "No hay tregua" (1986) they joined the multinational RCA that tried to censor 8 of the tracks, but thanks to the strong pressure by Rosendo the album was released without changes. The band left RCA anyway.
They recorded "No se que hacer contigo" (1987) with the label Polygram Iberica, despite all efforts by the band the label censored the song "Bahia de Pasaia" that reminds the controversial murder of four members of CAA, one of them a personal friend of "El Drogas".
The fifth album "Rojo" (1988) is the personal favorite of the band
They would suffer censorship again in "Pasion por el Ruido" (1989) because of the song "En nombre de Dios", a critic to Opus Dei
The bands success kept increasing and they obtained a Golden Record award with "Doble Directo" (Live - 1990) and two Platinum Records for "Por instinto" (1991) and "Balas blancas" (1992). but it also meant distancing from their traditional sound and fanbase.
"La Araña" (1994), "Insolencia" (1996), and Salud y "Rock&Roll" (Live - 1997) mark a decline in the commercial success of the band, and they finally decide to leave the label Polygram Iberica.
"Acción directa" (2000) revisits their traditional powerful sound, yet proves the evolution of the band for joy of the original fanbase. This also means a recovery in their success.
After "Besame" (2002), the last studio album up to date, Fernando leaves the band and Ibon Sagarra "Ibi" becomes the new drummer.
Since then Barricada centres their activity in live performances.
Later Releases include "Un camino de piedras" (2003) a tribute to Barricada by 13 well known artists and close friends. "Latidos y mordiscos" (2006) a double live album that includes Sax, Orchestra and a small chorus and "25 años de rocanrol"(2008) a compilation consisting of 2 CDs 2 DVDs and a book.
The Basque film director Juanma Bajo Ulloa, a close friend, has conducted some of their clips, and the band members appear as extras in his film Airbag
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Okupación
Barricada Lyrics
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dales acción en la calle!
Quieres acción, esto no se ha terminado
mira, hay mas de dos
Vamos a dejar de jugar
hay que tirar esa puerta
patada y se acabó.
no van a darte la llave, OKUPACIÓN
Hablar por hablar, ese es el sistema empleado
eres un peligro ¡defiéndete!
van a usar la porra otra vez
tus costillas contra el suelo
hostia en la boca, hostia en los huevos.
Monta jaleo en la calle, OKUPACIÓN
no van a darte la llave, OKUPACIÓN
Dales acción, búscame
dales acción, ármate
dales acción a por ellos.
No tienes opción, romántico callejero
las tuercas van a saltar
tu sitio lo tendrás que tomar
cueste lo que cueste
apaga y vámonos.
The lyrics of Barricada's song "Okupación" talk about the act of occupying a building, and the struggle and resistance that comes with it. The song urges people to take action and fight for their rights, instead of just talking about it. It talks about the violent response from authorities faced by those who resist and defend their rights, portrayed through vivid descriptions of police brutality. The lyrics depict the harsh reality of those who chose to occupy buildings and the struggle they have to go through in order to maintain their rights and freedoms.
The song represents a political message that reflects the views of the Spanish working class people in the early 90s, who were fighting against the political repression of the state. The idea of "Okupación" was a symbol of resistance against the oppression that these people experienced, and the song was a way for Barricada to give a voice to those who were fighting against injustice in the society. Moreover, the song is a call for direct action, it raises questions such as: "Do you want action?" "Are you willing to fight for your rights?"
In conclusion, "Okupación" is a powerful song that challenges the listener to take action against the oppressive forces and fight for their rights. It is a song of resistance that empowers people, and reminds them that they have the power to change the circumstances they are facing.
Line by Line Meaning
Dales acción, búscame
Take action, find me
dales acción en la calle!
Take action on the street!
Quieres acción, esto no se ha terminado
You want action, this is not over
mira, hay mas de dos
Look, there's more than two
Vamos a dejar de jugar
We're going to stop playing
hay que tirar esa puerta
We have to break down that door
patada y se acabó.
Kick it down and it's done.
Monta jaleo en la calle, OKUPACIÓN
Stir up trouble in the street, OCCUPATION
no van a darte la llave, OKUPACIÓN
They're not going to give you the key, OCCUPATION
Hablar por hablar, ese es el sistema empleado
Talking for the sake of talking, that's the system used
eres un peligro ¡defiéndete!
You're a danger, defend yourself!
van a usar la porra otra vez
They're going to use their batons again
tus costillas contra el suelo
Your ribs against the ground
hostia en la boca, hostia en los huevos.
Punch in the mouth, punch in the balls.
Dales acción, búscame
Take action, find me
dales acción, ármate
Take action, arm yourself
dales acción a por ellos.
Take action, go after them.
No tienes opción, romántico callejero
You have no choice, romantic street fighter
las tuercas van a saltar
The nuts are going to come loose
tu sitio lo tendrás que tomar
You'll have to take your place
cueste lo que cueste
No matter the cost
apaga y vámonos.
Turn it off and let's go.
Contributed by Violet N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@juancarlosgutierrezparra5053
Para mi los más grandes, pedazo grupo que me han hecho la vida más alegre con sus temas, conciertos, etc. GRANDES entre los GRANDES, siempre BARRICADA
@napalpalbakala
Gracias Barricada, por la energía inigualable que tenían vuestros conciertos, y por seguir estando siempre ahí, como banda sonora.,
@wako2000
DEP Boni. Tu voz siempre estará con nosotros. Que la tierra te sea leve.
@richardwhite3458
🕊️
@Jrm0023
Enormes...aquellos primeros años insuperables en energía y pasión.
@miguelrodriguezsanchez8870
Unos crack, me acuerdo del primer concierto en Madrid 1986 que caña y así hasta ahora,Boni que en Paz Descanses
@richardwhite3458
🕊️
@armandomontori8848
Lo del play back es una pena para músicos de verdad... Se nota que se despitorraban...pero así y todo que marcha más buena metía el grupo. Aúpa Barricada
@davidmoraordonez4084
Los mejores sin duda , que recuerdos
@jtorre6643
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 puro rock and roll