The style of Tanghetto is a blend of tango and electronic music. The experimentation in studio started in early 2000 and 2001, but Tanghetto was formed as a band project in late 2002. Tanghetto's concept was conceived by Producer and Composer/Songwriter Max Masri and then joined in the project by Guitarist/Composer Diego S. Velázquez. The band's current lineup includes bandoneon, violoncello, acoustic piano, acoustic and electric guitar, electronic and acoustic drums, samplers, and synthesizers. The main feature of their music, apart from the balance of electronic and ethnic sounds, is the strong presence of melody and song structure.
Tanghetto released their first album, Emigrante (electrotango) in 2003. A concept and idea of Max Masri inspired in the economic crisis that Argentina was facing back in 2001 and also was inspired in the feelings of distress generated by the massive exile of many young Argentines, that decided to flee from their country, in a desperate move to find a future. Emigrante was nominated for a Latin Grammy award in 2004, and reached platinum status in Argentina in 2006 and double platinum in 2009. In late 2004 the group released an album from a side project called Hybrid Tango, in which a variety of world music styles are blended with their unique sound, including flamenco, candombe, and jazz. This album was also nominated for a Latin Grammy award in 2005.
In early 2005 a compilation of different electronic and neo-tango artists was released in Buenos Aires under the name Tangophobia Vol. 1 which later became the web only release "Electrotan Sessions".
In October 2005 a new album, Buenos Aires Remixed, was released. It's an album that contains 12 remixed versions of Tanghetto songs plus two cover songs (Enjoy the Silence, from Depeche Mode and New Order's Blue Monday). Their version of "Blue Monday" became an alternative latin radio hit in the USA, and a favorite on KCRW radio station in Los Angeles. Buenos Aires Remixed reached gold status in early 2007 and became their second album to reach platinum status later that year. In 2005 they released their first controversial video "Tangocrisis", with images of the Argentine economic crisis. Their second video from Hybrid Tango, "Barrio Sur" was their first video with rotation on MTV. In July 2006 they released their first DVD, "Live in Buenos Aires".
After consistently touring through Europe and the Americas, the band recorded their next studio album, called El Miedo a la Libertad, named after Erich Fromm's classic essay, Fear of Freedom. The album was released on March the 1st, 2008 and in July 2009 it received a Gardel Award, the Argentine equivalent to the Grammy's.Later that album reached gold status in 2011. In late 2009 after their first big tour of Brazil, they released a new studio album called "Mas Alla Del Sur" which was also nominated for a Carlos Gardel Award, this time in 2010. In 2011 they released their album VIVO (live around the world) which was recorded during their last two tours. The album also includes a cover version of "7 Nation Army" from The White Stripes and an electrotango version of the song "Computer Love" by German electro pioneers Kraftwerk. There's a second volume for the "VIVO" album dubbed "VIVO 'Milonguero'" with 14 live tracks, including unplugged versions recorded during the 2007 BBC Sessions and some bonus tracks, such as Piazzolla's "Allegro Tangabile" . This album features their much acclaimed version of "Libertango" also by the great tango revolutionaire Astor Piazzola. ViVo Milonguero won their second Gardel Award, after four consecuttive nominations. In Late 2012 they released their most artistic, concept album "Incidental Tango" with the participation of guest arranger/musician Aldo Di Paolo. The Album, a concept vision by Max Masri, was created with the notion that music is always the soundtrack of our lives, and that Tango in all its forms is the incidental music of Buenos Aires.
Blue Monday
Tanghetto Lyrics
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Got to work like a slave all day
Here come Tuesday, oh, hard Tuesday
I'm so tired that I've no time to play
Here come Wednesday, I'm beat to my socks
My gal calls and I tell her that I'm out
'Cause Thursday is a hard workin' day
And Friday I get my pay
All my tiredness has gone all away
Find my money, meet my honey
And go out on the town to play
Sunday mornin' my head is bad
But it's worth it for the time that I've had
But I've got to get my rest
'Cause Monday is a mess
Saturday mornin', oh, Saturday mornin'
All my tiredness has gone all away
Find my money, meet my honey
And go out on the town to play
Sunday mornin' my head is bad
But it's worth it for the time that I've had
But I've got to get my rest
'Cause Monday is a mess
The song "Blue Monday" by Tanghetto describes the struggles of the working class who work tirelessly from Monday to Friday, waiting eagerly for the weekend to arrive. The lyrics are a reflection of the monotony of everyday life, with each day feeling progressively harder than the last. The songwriter expresses his frustration and exhaustion, with lines such as "Got to work like a slave all day" and "I'm so tired that I've no time to play". The only solace for the singer comes at the end of the week, with the prospect of a break and some much-needed rest and relaxation.
The song emphasizes the importance of enjoying the little pleasures in life, such as spending time with loved ones and engaging in recreational activities, as they provide a respite from the demands of work. The singer's eagerness to "go out on the town to play" is indicative of this sentiment, as is the line "But it's worth it for the time that I've had", which suggests that the fleeting moments of happiness are worth the exhaustion and stress of the workweek.
Line by Line Meaning
Blue Monday, how I hate Blue Monday
I despise this day called Blue Monday, it brings sadness and depression to me.
Got to work like a slave all day
I have to work hard and tirelessly throughout the day, just like a slave.
Here come Tuesday, oh, hard Tuesday
Tuesday is another tough day that I can already foresee as difficult.
I'm so tired that I've no time to play
I feel completely exhausted and can't even spare some time to engage in any playful activities.
Here come Wednesday, I'm beat to my socks
By Wednesday, I'm totally exhausted and spent, both physically and emotionally.
My gal calls and I tell her that I'm out
When my girlfriend calls, I usually have to disappoint her because I can't summon the energy to see her.
'Cause Thursday is a hard workin' day
Thursday is another day of hard work, similar to Monday and Tuesday.
And Friday I get my pay
My only solace is that Friday is the day I receive my paycheck.
Saturday mornin', oh, Saturday mornin'
Finally, Saturday morning has arrived, which is a relief.
All my tiredness has gone all away
I feel remarkably rejuvenated now that my tiredness has vanished.
Find my money, meet my honey
I collect my paycheck and meet my girlfriend to spend the weekend together.
And go out on the town to play
We head out to have a good time and engage in some enjoyable activities around town.
Sunday mornin' my head is bad
By Sunday morning, I have a hangover from my reckless behavior over the weekend.
But it's worth it for the time that I've had
Despite the hangover, I believe the fun-filled weekend was worth the trouble.
But I've got to get my rest
I know that I need to get some sleep to recharge and prepare for a new work week.
'Cause Monday is a mess
I dread having to face Monday again because it is such a chaotic day.
Saturday mornin', oh, Saturday mornin'
The relief and happiness I feel on Saturday morning are indescribable, for it means that the weekend has finally arrived.
All my tiredness has gone all away
The weariness and fatigue that I had accumulated during the week are gone now that it's the weekend.
Find my money, meet my honey
I collect my paycheck and spend time with my girlfriend.
And go out on the town to play
We explore the town and have a delightful time engaging in fun activities.
Sunday mornin' my head is bad
On Sunday morning, I have a headache caused by the hangover from the previous night's revelry.
But it's worth it for the time that I've had
Despite the hangover, I don't regret the memorable moments shared with my significant other over the weekend.
But I've got to get my rest
I'm aware that I need to rest to regain my strength for another week of hard work.
'Cause Monday is a mess
Monday is a troublesome and dreaded day that I have to brace myself for.
Writer(s): Gilbert G. Caple, Don Robey Copyright: Duchess Music Corp.
Contributed by Cameron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@PalomaSantosOficial
in love!!!! OMG!! 5 stars
@nopivass
I just love how it starts!!!!
@AkAsHaNaAMaH
¡Demonios! ¡Qué excelente Banda! Desde que los escuché por primera vez quedé fascinada con ellos. Es lo mejor de Argentina! Live, Love, LAugh Akasha Naamah
@melaniegpow
La vdd cuando los vi en méxico me quedé con la boca abierta, es q su música es tan unicamente fantastica!!!
@cecilinayunta
Pasaron año desde q la escuche por primera vez, y siempre la escucho y me sigue provocando la adrenalina d estar en la city porteña! me encanta!
@nelson.arenas
Hola muchachos, me gusta su musica aunque soy de Colombia y estoy en Europa, su musica se escucha mucho por estos lados. Felicitaciones!!!
@tanghetto_official
Se llama erhu, es un instrumento de origen chino tocado por el violoncellista porteño / cantonés Chao Xu, miembro de Tanghetto desde 2004.
@JulianaCerati
Excelente interpretación!
@blackadder733
Primera vez yo escuché esa cancion estaba cuando yo caminé en San Telmo Bs. As. en el calle Defensa. Muy bueno cover de N.O.
@juandavidcalleduque
este grupo tiene demasiado futuro, su musica es grandiosa, los felicito, sirven a la humanidad a traves de su musica, ojala sigan produciendo como lo han hecho, les deseo muchos exitos y me gustaria saber cuando vienen a Colombia!!!!