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Santa Sabina

Santa Sabina was a seminal Mexican rock band known for its unique blend of rock, jazz, and blues, paired with gothic aesthetics and poetic lyrics. The band was formed in 1989 and named after the Italian saint, Santa Sabina. It was fronted by the charismatic vocalist Rita Guerrero, whose powerful stage presence and distinctive voice became synonymous with the band's identity. The band's lineup included Jacobo Lieberman on bass guitar, Pablo Valero on guitar, Patricio Iglesias on drums, and keyboardist Alex Otaola who joined the group later in their career.

Over the course of their career, Santa Sabina released several albums that have become cornerstones in Mexican rock history, including their self-titled debut in 1992 and "Símbolos" in 1994, which showed their eclectic musical style. The music of Santa Sabina is notable for its introspective and often mystical content, a result of Guerrero's literary influences. The band gained critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base through albums like "Mar Adentro En La Sangre" (1999) and the acoustic set "Unplugged" (1997), which showcased their ability to adapt and explore different soundscapes. Though the band dissolved in 2005 following their "Espiral" album, they left an indelible mark on the Latin American rock scene. Their legacy was cemented with live recordings and compilations, including "XV Aniversario En Vivo" (2005) and "15 Años de Éxitos" (2007), posthumous tributes that celebrated their influential music and the unforgettable voice of Rita Guerrero, who passed away in 2011.

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