Kotebel

Rank #34 Madrid, ES Rock / Progressive Rock / Art Music

About

Members: C.Franco - Drums, C. Garcia Forero - Guitars, J. Pascual - Bass, A. Plaza/C.Plaza - Keyboards

Sounds Like: GENESIS, Crimson King - In the court of King Crimson, Univers Zéro

Label: Musea

Bio: With 6 albums released since 2000, including the highly acclaimed “Omphalos” (nominated for “Best Foreign Record" in ProgAwards 2006) and "Ouroboros" (Winner - “Best Foreign Record" in ProgAwards 2009) Kotebel is one of the main progressive acts in Spain and Latin America.

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Kotebel is now # 8 on the ReverbNation Rock charts for Spain (from a total of 843 bands), among all genres!! Viva el progresivo!!

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“Uniting Art-Rock with Classical music has always been typical of Carlos’ work, and “Concerto for Piano and Electric Ensemble” is one of the brightest examples of the approach, its title composition bringing the genres together closer than ever before. The band’s two previous albums each take the second position in my personal charts of 2006 and 2009, while this one is, well, the best 2012 release I’ve heard thus far. ”

— Vilaly Menshikov, Progressor

“Crossing genres so seamlessly, effortlessly is what makes this album, IMO, a sure fire masterpiece of progressive rock music. Well done Kotebel! This will be a tough album to beat for 2012 Album of the Year!”

— BrufordFreak, ProgArchives

““This is simply a stunning tour-de-force of impeccable musicianship, clever arrangements, and well-composed instrumental progressive rock, and I'd highly recommend that all fans of eclectic prog check out Concerto For Piano and Electric Ensemble.””

— Jeff B, Sea of Tranquility

“Concerto for Piano and Electric Ensemble is as mind-blowing as it is accessible, which is often difficult to achieve in this format.”

— Jordam Blum, The Examiner

““Concerto for Piano and Electric Ensemble is a sparkling release and I highly recommend it for symphonic progressive rock fans.””

— Jerry Lucky , The Progressive Rock Files

“Dear Kotebel, with very pleasure I inform you that your record "Ouroboros" was declared the Winner of this category by the International Jury of Progawards. ”

— Fabrizio Catalano, Ouroboros - Best Foreign Record - Progawards 2009

“Ouroboros is an essential release for any fan of complex, melodic symphonic prog. One of my favorite releases so far this year.”

— Fred Trafton, Gibraltar Encyclopedia of Progressive Rock

“What a fantastic new album, even more impressive than their previous one, check out their website to listen to extracts of this exciting and captivating new album!”

— Erik Neuteboom, Progwalhalla

“This is a glorious perpetuation of the sort of musical magnificence that we, Kotebel followers, have come to naturally expect from this excellent Spanish-Venezuelan ensemble - … I’m prepared to give this album a 5 star rating. "Ouroboros" is indispensable in any good symphonic prog collection. ”

— César Inca Mendoza, Prog Archives

“Prepare to treat your ears because Ouroboros has much to offer. …... Kotebel have a winner on their hands. I can’t imagine a prog fan that wouldn’t thoroughly enjoy this record. It has so much to offer lovers of almost any prog genre. I like it. Olé! ”

— Jerry Lucky, Progressive Rock Files

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May 1

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Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, ZH, NL | 8:00pm
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Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, ZH, NL
Wed May 01 8:00pm
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Op woensdag 1 mei organiseert Progmotion een concert met Kotebel en Murky Red. Het evenement zal plaatsvinden in 't Blok in Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel en wordt georganiseerd in samenwerking met Progfrog. Kotebel is een uit Spanje afkomstige band, die in 1999 werd opgericht door Carlos Plaza. De band bracht 5 albums uit en geniet met name in het thuisland en Latijns-Amerika veel bekendheid. Murky Red is het geesteskind van Stef Flaming. Van de Belgische band, die in 2010 werd opgericht, verscheen tot nu toe een album: 'Time doesn't matter' werd vorig uitgebracht en werd uitstekend ontvangen. Beide bands hebben nog niet eerder in Nederland opgetreden. De voorverkoop voor het evenement is inmiddels gestart.
Sat
Apr 27

Espace Culurel Victor J…
Soignies, BE | 5:00pm
Espace Culurel Victor Jara
Soignies, BE
Sat Apr 27 5:00pm
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We will play on the 27th, starting at around 5 pm. Estimated concert duration: 1:30 hours. That will allow us to include all four movements of the Piano Concerto.
Fri
Apr 5

Sala Taboó
Madrid, ES | 10:00pm
Sala Taboó
Madrid, ES
Fri Apr 05 10:00pm
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Repetimos con la excelente banda Sweet Hole, esta vez en Madrid! Ellos presentarán su nuevo disco y nosotros llevaremos algunas sorpresas en el repertorio!
Sat
Mar 16

Escuela Tecnica Superio…
Madrid, 28040, ES | 8:00pm
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Madrid, 28040, ES
Sat Mar 16 8:00pm
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En este concierto de hora y media tocaremos el mismo repertorio que llevaremos a Bélgica al Festival Prog-Resisté (27 y 28 de Abril).
Sat
Mar 9

Casa Orlandai
Barcelona, 08017, ES | 8:30pm
Casa Orlandai
Barcelona, 08017, ES
Sat Mar 09 8:30pm
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We will play for the first time in Barcelona, sharing the stage with the great band Herba d'Hameli. Tocaremos por primera vez en Barcelona, compartiendo escenario con la excelente banda Herba d'Hameli,

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