Mercedes Sosa

Mercedes Sosa

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Mercedes Sosa was an iconic Argentine singer known as 'La Negra,' celebrated for her powerful voice and her role in popularizing folk music, particularly the Nueva Canción movement, which addressed social and political issues in Latin America.

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Mercedes Sosa was one of the star voices at the festival Siete Días con el Pueblo.

Grandes espectáculos en la memoria dominicana, un recorrido de 70 años
Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican RepublicDominican Republic· 2026-07-27
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Mercedes Sosa's version of 'De fiesta en fiesta' represents the everyday life of Argentines.

los músicos argentinos eligen la canción que mejor representa el ser nacional
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2026-07-09
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Mercedes Sosa's rendition of the song 'Alfonsina y el mar' brought the story of Alfonsina Storni to the world.

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Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican RepublicDominican Republic· 2026-07-05
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Mercedes Sosa is referenced as the greatest 'cantora' whose voice underscores the film's themes of struggle and resistance.

‘Belén’, un enérgico drama judicial sobre el caso que impulsó ‘la ola verde’ de las mujeres argentinas | Cine: estrenos y críticas
El País·SpainSpain· 2026-03-01
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Mercedes Sosa is recalled as a notable Argentine figure who emigrated to Europe after the political turmoil.

El hombre que recorrió la Argentina en carretilla
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2026-03-01
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Mercedes Sosa is celebrated for her rendition of 'Dale alegría a mi corazón'.

la temática de la hinchada y las canciones del Canario Luna y Mercedes Sosa
El Observador·UruguayUruguay· 2025-12-25
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Mercedes Sosa is another cancionera who inspired Natalia Lafourcade in her musical journey.

Natalia Lafourcade habla de su próxima visita a Colombia y del álbum con el que ganó el Grammy
El Tiempo·ColombiaColombia· 2025-11-15
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Mercedes Sosa is referenced in connection with Cacho de la Cruz's experiences and the cultural landscape of the time.

Si no te das cuenta cuándo retirarte de la televisión es porque sos un estúpido
El Observador·UruguayUruguay· 2025-11-07
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Mercedes Sosa is mentioned by Guillermo Francos as part of his affirmation to remain in the Government.

Guillermo Francos citó a María Elena Walsh y Mercedes Sosa para afirmar que no se va del Gobierno
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-10-30
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Mercedes Sosa is referenced for her song that reflects on the themes of love and memory.

El odio como alimento: una historia sin nexos con la política
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-10-25
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Lopez honored Mercedes Sosa with the song 'Gracias a la vida'.

Jennifer Lopez strălucește în turneul „Up All Night” în ținute care redefinesc glamour-ul de scenă
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-07-20
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Jennifer López sang 'Gracias a la vida' by Mercedes Sosa during her performance.

Rockera, cabaretera, sexy y hasta flamenca: Jennifer López reclama en Madrid su trono en el olimpo del pop mundial | Cultura
El País·SpainSpain· 2025-07-14
8.0

Mercedes Sosa was a celebrated Argentine folk singer who played a significant role in the music scene during the democratic transition.

Mundos íntimos. La primera vez que canté “Me echó de su cuarto gritándome, no tienes profesión” entendí qué era ser adulto.
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-06-08
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Mercedes Sosa is quoted in relation to the unity of Latin America.

aeropuerto Jorge Chávez | Dina Boluarte | MEF | Ipsos | Los últimos del salón, por Diego Macera | OPINION
El Comercio·PeruPeru· 2025-06-01
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Mercedes Sosa is a celebrated Argentine singer whose music was associated with political resistance.

‘El eternauta’: la mirada de un exiliado de la dictadura argentina a la serie del momento
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-05-27
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Julio Lagos faced difficulties when trying to play Mercedes Sosa's music on the radio.

“La radio tiene complejo de inferioridad y se llenó de trovadores de la política”
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-05-26
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Todo cambia sang by Mercedes Sosa, a compatriot and contemporary of Jorge Bergoglio.

Opinioni | Un lutto popolare
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2025-04-23
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The song 'Gracias A La Vida' by Mercedes Sosa played in the background during Maduro's tribute to Pope Francis.

Presidente Maduro afirma que el papa Francisco logró salvar a la iglesia de una “una crisis casi terminal” | Internacional | Noticias
El Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921·EcuadorEcuador· 2025-04-22
8.0

Mercedes Sosa was a beloved friend of Joaquín Sabina, with whom he immortalized the song Violetas para Violeta.

Joaquín Sabina se despidió en su décimo Movistar Arena y cerró una relación de "amor apasionado" con Buenos Aires
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-04-20
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