Los del Suquía

Formed in Córdoba in 1959 under the original name Las Voces del Uritorco, Los del Suquía is one of Argentina’s most emblematic folklore groups, known for their deep connection to the traditions and landscapes of their home province. Founded by neighborhood friends Ramón "Cacho" Iriarte, Hugo "Gallo" Cuello, Hugo Iriarte, and Rubén Durán, the group quickly gained popularity with heartfelt lyrics and regional identity, reflected in early hits like “Canción para una mentira” and “De Alberdi.” Following the death of Hugo Iriarte in the late 1960s, the group restructured, forming its “classic lineup” with new members Marcelo Quintero and Alfonso Héctor Vázquez, who helped record most of their successful LPs. In 1977, Quintero was replaced by Mingo Albornoz, and the ensemble continued to tour and record until releasing their last widely distributed album Los hijos de Córdoba in 1983. Despite member departures in the early 1990s, Ramón Iriarte revived the group with his sons, ensuring its legacy continued well into the 2000s—even after his death in 2004. Known for songs like “Sabor almendra,” “Jazmín de luna,” and “Y va pasando la vida,” Los del Suquía also appeared in folkloric films such as Argentinísima I & II and Mire qué lindo es mi país, solidifying their place in Argentina’s cultural memory.

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