Fobia
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Fobia is a Mexican
rock band from Mexico City
, whose career started in 1987, a time when there wasn't much promotion of Mexican rock bands.
In December 1987, RCA Ariola de México promoted a famous battle of amateur rock bands: "Rock en tu idioma" (Rock in your language). In a very sad move Fobia were eliminated early on, the second place went to a band named "Pedro y las tortugas" and the winners were "Los Amantes de Lola".
In spite of their elimination, executives in Ariola decided to schedule an appointment. According to legend, they weren't able to enter into Ariola's building because of a confusion with security.
From this moment on, the band's luck started to improve. Saúl Hernández
from the Mexican legendary band Caifanes
, produced their first demos, and Ariola signed them.
In 1990, the band was referred to Oscar López, who had previously worked with Caifanes, Neón and Maldita Vecindad. Along with Marteen they recorded their debut self-titled album "Fobia", recorded in the Crystal studios in Mexico City and New York.
Their first song "El Microbito" was subject to censorship due to its explicit lyrics. However, this helped promote the band even further, which soon made the song a smash-hit. This album also contained hits like "El Cumpleaños", "La Iguana", and "El Crucifijo".
Their second album included vocals from rock star Alejandra Guzmán
. They separated after their 1997 Live Album Fobia on Ice and reunited in 2003. On July 26, 2005, they released their first full-length album since 1995, called Rosa Venus.
Their lead singer, Leonardo de Lozanne
, dated briefly, TV presenter Rebecca de Alba
. The band in 1997 made a cover of the song "Under Pressure" by Queen
for its tribute called "Presionando". In 1998 he collaborated in Un tributo (a José José), an album of covers featuring rock-version songs of Mexican legend José José
.
Former Members
Music of Mexico
The music of Mexico is very diverse and features a wide range of different musical styles. It has been influenced by a variety of cultures, most notably indigenous Mexican and European, since the Late Middle Ages...
rock band from Mexico City
Mexico City
Mexico City is the Federal District , capital of Mexico and seat of the federal powers of the Mexican Union. It is a federal entity within Mexico which is not part of any one of the 31 Mexican states but belongs to the federation as a whole...
, whose career started in 1987, a time when there wasn't much promotion of Mexican rock bands.
In December 1987, RCA Ariola de México promoted a famous battle of amateur rock bands: "Rock en tu idioma" (Rock in your language). In a very sad move Fobia were eliminated early on, the second place went to a band named "Pedro y las tortugas" and the winners were "Los Amantes de Lola".
In spite of their elimination, executives in Ariola decided to schedule an appointment. According to legend, they weren't able to enter into Ariola's building because of a confusion with security.
From this moment on, the band's luck started to improve. Saúl Hernández
Saúl Hernández
Saúl Alfonso Hernández Estrada , is the former lead singer, songwriter and guitarist of Caifanes, a famous Mexican rock en español group formed in 1986.In 1996, Saúl Hernández sang a duet with Algerian raï singer Khaled...
from the Mexican legendary band Caifanes
Caifanes
Caifanes is a Spanish-language rock band from Mexico City formed in 1987. They achieved fame throughout the late 80’s and early 90’s. The original lineup consisted of Saúl Hernández , Sabo Romo , Alfonso André and Diego Herrera . Argentine guitarist Alejandro Marcovich joined in 1989...
, produced their first demos, and Ariola signed them.
In 1990, the band was referred to Oscar López, who had previously worked with Caifanes, Neón and Maldita Vecindad. Along with Marteen they recorded their debut self-titled album "Fobia", recorded in the Crystal studios in Mexico City and New York.
Their first song "El Microbito" was subject to censorship due to its explicit lyrics. However, this helped promote the band even further, which soon made the song a smash-hit. This album also contained hits like "El Cumpleaños", "La Iguana", and "El Crucifijo".
Their second album included vocals from rock star Alejandra Guzmán
Alejandra Guzmán
Alejandra Gabriela Guzmán Pinal , better known as Alejandra Guzmán, is a Latin Grammy Award–winning Mexican rock singer and actress. She has had a dedicated fanbase throughout Latin America since the late 1980s, and is known as the "Queen of Rock" in the Hispanic world...
. They separated after their 1997 Live Album Fobia on Ice and reunited in 2003. On July 26, 2005, they released their first full-length album since 1995, called Rosa Venus.
Their lead singer, Leonardo de Lozanne
Leonardo de Lozanne
Leonardo de Lozanne is a Mexican singer-songwriter, member of the Mexican rock band Fobia. He was born in Mexico City in 1970.He dated Mexican model and TV presenter Rebecca de Alba and is currently married to psychologist Marcela Cuevas since 2003.- External links :* .* ....
, dated briefly, TV presenter Rebecca de Alba
Rebecca de Alba
Rebecca de Alba is a Mexican model and TV presenter. She dated Mexican actor Guillermo Capetillo and Mexican singer Leonardo de Lozanne...
. The band in 1997 made a cover of the song "Under Pressure" by Queen
Queen (band)
Queen are a British rock band formed in London in 1971, originally consisting of Freddie Mercury , Brian May , John Deacon , and Roger Taylor...
for its tribute called "Presionando". In 1998 he collaborated in Un tributo (a José José), an album of covers featuring rock-version songs of Mexican legend José José
José José
José Rómulo Sosa Ortiz , known by his artistic name José José, is a Mexican singer.Referred in the entertainment world as "El Príncipe de la Canción" , José José is best known for his romantic ballads and renowned for his vocals...
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Members
- Leonardo de LozanneLeonardo de LozanneLeonardo de Lozanne is a Mexican singer-songwriter, member of the Mexican rock band Fobia. He was born in Mexico City in 1970.He dated Mexican model and TV presenter Rebecca de Alba and is currently married to psychologist Marcela Cuevas since 2003.- External links :* .* ....
: Lead singer - Jay de la CuevaJay de la CuevaJay de la Cueva is a Mexican producer, singer, bass player, drummer, guitarist, pianist and songwriter. His first musical experience was with the rock band M.I.C.R.O.C.H.I.P.S. in which he was a bass player. During his participation in this rock band Victimas del Dr. Cerebro. In 1995 he joined the...
: Drums - Paco Huidobro: Lead guitar
- Javier "El Chá!" Ramírez: Bass
- Iñaki: Keyboards, Sequences
Former Members
- Gabriel Kuri: Drums
- Jorge 'La Chiquis' Amaro: Drums (formerly of NeónNeonNeon is the chemical element that has the symbol Ne and an atomic number of 10. Although a very common element in the universe, it is rare on Earth. A colorless, inert noble gas under standard conditions, neon gives a distinct reddish-orange glow when used in either low-voltage neon glow lamps or...
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Discography
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(2007), live album - Rosa VenusRosa VenusRosa Venus is a Rock en español album recorded by Mexican rock band Fobia. The album was released on July 26, 2006. Songs include "Hoy tengo miedo", previously recorded their previous album Wow 87*04, No eres yo, and 200 Sabados...
(2006) - Wow 87*04 (2004)
- Fobia on IceFobia on IceFobia on Ice was a live album released by Fobia, a Mexican rock band on December 16, 1997. After Fobia's first live album, band members Leonardo de Lozanne, Paco Huidobro, Cha!, and Iñaki would part ways without formally breaking up until recording together again in 2004.-The band:* Paco Huidobro:...
(1997), live album - Amor ChiquitoAmor ChiquitoAmor Chiquito is the fourth album released by Mexican rock band Fobia on December 22, 1995. Of previous albums, "Amor Chiquito" possesses a broader range of melodies, from Hard Rock tunes , to more melodic themes , to pop songs like "Sin querer"...
(1995) - Leche (1993)
- Mundo FelizMundo FelizMundo Feliz was the second album released by Mexican rock band Fobia in 1991 . Contrary to their first album, the songs have more surreal lyrics and imagery, without losing the eclectic sound that made Fobia famous throughout Latin America....
(1991) - FobiaFobia (album)Fobia is an album released by Mexican rock band Fobia. Their self-titled debut album was released in 1990. The songs are primarily themed around common phobias and anxieties, filled with dark humor and melodic music inspired by British bands like The Cure. Songs like Los muñecos and Las moscas deal...
(1990)