Manal's 1971 album "El león" was a foundational work of Argentine rock, capturing the band at the height of their blues-rock powers. It stands as a landmark recording that continues to influence the genre decades later.
- Recorded in just three days at the RCA Studios in Buenos Aires, the album featured the core trio of Claudio Gabis, Javier Martínez, and Alejandro Medina.
- The album cover, featuring a stylized drawing of a lion, has become iconic in Argentine rock imagery.
- Despite its critical acclaim and lasting influence, "El león" did not achieve major commercial success upon its initial release.
Manal was an Argentine rock band formed in Buenos Aires in 1968, known as pioneers of blues rock in their country. They were a key act in the 1970s Argentine rock scene, and "El león" was their second album.
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