Compañeros (album)
Compañeros is the title of an album by Chilean nueva canción ensemble Quilapayún, released in 1975. It is one of their most internationally acclaimed works and considered a landmark album in the genre.
The album's title, Compañeros, translates to "Comrades" in English. The songs on the album reflect themes of solidarity, social justice, and resistance against political oppression, particularly in the context of the Chilean military dictatorship following the 1973 coup.
Several songs from Compañeros have become anthems of the Latin American left and have been covered by numerous artists. The album is notable for its complex vocal harmonies, intricate instrumental arrangements, and powerful lyrical content. It features collaborations with prominent figures in the nueva canción movement.