The Argentine band Agapornis has captured hearts and ears with their infectious tropical music, but behind their musical hits lies a little-known story. Originally, these young men began their journey together as a rugby team. What began as a form of fun and camaraderie after games transformed into a musical career that took them to international stages.
This is the inspiring story of how Agapornis went from the rugby fields to being one of the most beloved bands in the world of music. In an exclusive interview with La República, singer Juliana Gallipolliti and keyboardist Juan Cruz Costabel told curious facts about the group that has been climbing leaps and bounds on the musical radar and revealed future projects. YOU CAN SEE: Brothers Yaipén and Agapornis: “People will never stop dancing cumbia” [VIDEO] —How was the reception from the Peruvian public? —Juan: Very good.
In Peru they have always treated us very well for 10 years now. Every time we come and wherever we go they always greet us, they are cool, that’s why we love Peru. —Juliana: It is the second time I am in Peru and I always leave happy.
I love Peruvians. I always tell my family that they are well educated. —What Peruvian dishes are your favorites? —Juan: I like ceviche.
Today we ate huancaína loin, the cause. Everything we have eaten here is incredible. —Juliana, what does it feel like to work in the band with so many men? —(Laughs).
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