A Mexican rock group known for confrontational lyrics and a sound that blends rap, punk, and metal.
For a quick sense of Molotov, listen to 'Gimme Tha Power' and 'Frijolero.' They frame the band's sound and attitude pretty well.
Molotov's debut album '¿Dónde Jugarán las Niñas?' in 1997 included 'Gimme Tha Power,' a track that became an anthem. Their lyrics often dealt with political and social issues, which led to radio bans and censorship in Mexico. Songs like 'Frijolero' and 'Puto' carried that confrontational edge, and 'Apocalypshit' from their 1999 album shows their raw energy.
Molotov formed in Mexico City in 1995 with Tito Fuentes, Paco Ayala, Randy Ebright, and Miky Huidobro. They followed their debut with albums like 'Apocalypshit' in 1999 and 'Dance and Dense Denso' in 2003, and kept recording through the 2000s and 2010s, putting out 'Eternamiente' in 2014.
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