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Mecano
About Mecano
The ’80s and early ’90s act Mecano, which is known for New Wave and alternative rock, is the most popular and best-selling Spanish band of all time.
∙ The 1987 synth-pop hit “Ay Que Pesado” peaked at No. 17 on Billboard’s Hot Latin 50 chart.
∙ Penélope Cruz made her acting debut in the video for 1989’s alternative rock single “La Fuerza del Destino.”
∙ In 1990, the strings-driven pop ballad “Une femme avec une femme (Mujer Contra Mujer)” spent seven weeks at No. 1 in France and was covered by pop star Laura Branigan.
∙ Their hit “Hijo de la Luna” has been covered by musical theater star Sarah Brightman, Dutch pop star Loona, and Mexican icon Gloria Trevi.
∙ The band’s music was used to create a successful 2005 jukebox musical, Hoy No Me Puedo Levantar, which was produced in Spain and Mexico.
Influenced by MecanoMecano has influenced the music of Juana, Noa Sainz, Alejandro Ramos and more.
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