Los Perlas

Los Perlas was a Chilean musical duo formed by Óscar Olivares and Luis Silva that was active from 1955 to 1987. They were known primarily for their style of cueca brava or "chora," a form of urban cueca music blending humor with musical interpretation rather than focusing solely on the intensity of lyrics. The duo became notable for their playful stage presence, mixing humorous dialogues with their performances, and for popularizing well-known cuecas like "El guatón Loyola" and "Chicha de Curacaví." With Silva's guitar and Olivares's accordion, they crafted a unique combination that made their shows feel like musical comedy acts while remaining deeply rooted in Chilean folk traditions. Their legacy is significant in the history of cueca and Chilean music culture, with their work helping to shape the urban cueca style and influencing generations of musicians.