The Tango Banter

From Tango to Rock and Back: A Conversation with Oliver Kolker


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What if the real story of tango isn’t just in the milonga, but in the battle between generations, between rock and roll and bandoneóns, between what we inherit and what we create?In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker Oliver Kolker to talk about his latest film, Tuve el Corazón, a story where tango and rock collide in 1970s Buenos Aires. We dive into why tango almost disappeared during that time, how music carries the weight of history, and why every great film about tango is really a film about life itself.Musicality isn’t just about stepping on the beat—it’s about knowing how to listen and respond. IMSO Tango School Online gives you a clear, structured way to learn phrasing, rhythm, and movement, so you don’t have to guess.🎓 Try it free for 30 days—see if it’s right for you → https://imsotango.com/online-schoolLA Workshops with Oliver and Film Screening April 11-12 at Argentine Association: https://www.facebook.com/events/9268691769844329/Names Oliver mentions in the interview:- Tango & Film Figures:🔹 Guillermo (El Peque) Barrionuevo – acclaimed tango dancer and performer: https://www.instagram.com/guille_peque_barrio/🔹 Miguel Ángel Zotto – A pivotal figure in the tango revival of the 1980s, he co-founded Tango x 2 and has influenced countless dancers worldwide: https://www.instagram.com/guille_peque_barrio/🔹 Mariano Romero – A well-known tango DJ from Buenos Aires🔹 Art Fortuna and Luisa Zini – Long-time tango organizers in Portland, Oregon🔹 Héctor Alterio – Celebrated Argentine actor, starred in Fermín🔹 Chino Laborde – A tango singer and actor, played the main character in Tuve el Corazón: https://www.instagram.com/chinolabordeok/🔹 Lisandro Adrover – A bandoneon player, composer, and musical director best known for his work on Forever Tango, one of the most successful tango stage productions to tour worldwide.🔹 Horacio Godoy – Highly respected tango DJ, historian, and dancer from Buenos Aires.- Music & Cultural Figures🔹 Mel Tillis – An American country music singer and songwriter famous for overcoming a stutter in his speech while being able to sing flawlessly.🔹 Karina "La Princesita" – a popular Argentine cumbia singer kariprinceoficial https://www.instagram.com/kariprinceoficial/🔹 Fito Páez – one of Argentina’s most influential rock musicians, known for his poetic lyrics and fusion of rock with other musical styles.🔹 Charly García – A legendary Argentine rock musician and composer, widely regarded as one of the greatest figures in Latin American rock history.- Movies & TV🔹 Nueve Reinas (Nine Queens) – A critically acclaimed 2000 Argentine crime film about two con artists in Buenos Aires. It’s considered one of the best Argentine films ever made, known for its sharp storytelling and unexpected twists.🔹 Grande Pa – an Argentine TV show from the 1990s, centered around a widowed father raising his children. It became a cultural phenomenon and is remembered as a classic in Argentine television history.📌 Stay Connected & Learn More🌍 Website: **imsotango.com📩 Email: **[email protected]📸 Instagram: **@‌imso_tangoJoin my Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sotangoworld💬 Have questions? Drop a comment below or DM me on Instagram!

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