The 1950s brought the birth of Argentine rock, a long tradition that continues to this day. The new rhythm, danceable and explosive, was an instant hit in the country.

The first Argentine rockers were excellent artists with great virtuosity, who had been performing jazz and other genres in the so-called "orquestas características".

There were bold pioneers like Eddie Pequenino, great masters like Tullio Gallo, guitar heroes like Oscar Alemán, and young stars like Billy Cafaro.

Groups with powerful voices like Los Cinco Latinos, groups with pretty voices like Los Santos, and classically trained singers like Edith Scandro. Come and listen!

MusicaArgentina — 2025

Hi all! My grandmother was gifted this, and she was looking for any information anyone might have about it. What it’s worth? The photographer? Anything anyone might know. Thank you! 🩷

An arcade card of Debra Paget from the early 50s. These could be found at arcades of course but also in bowling alleys too. I wonder if any of the 1 cent machines still exist.

Taken at a pivotal moment in her career, this shoot was part of a major publicity push. By 1956, 20th Century Fox had signed her to a long-term contract to position her as a major box-office rival to Marilyn Monroe. Mansfield, who possessed a remarkably high IQ and spoke five languages, consciously leaned into these highly stylized "dumb blonde" photoshoots to charm the media and skyrocket her celebrity status.