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Akelarre was a Spanish progressive rock band that was active from 1972 to 2005, with a brief reunion in 2009. The band emerged around 1970 in Soraluze when several friends, including Ramón Aranzasti, Juan Luis Ibarzabal, Iñaki Arriarán, Jose Cambronero, Jose Antonio Ruiz, and Ramón Pía, came together to play music. They initially focused on translating popular songs into Basque and became a staple in parties, squares, festivals, and pediments over the years. As time went on, their sound evolved, becoming harder and more aligned with the style of major rock bands. The group dissolved in 2004. Throughout their history, Akelarre saw various lineup changes. Xavier Madina initially provided vocals before being replaced by Anje Duhalde (formerly of Errobi) and later by Jesús "Jexuxmai" Lopetegi. Other members included Paco Díaz "Pako" on drums, Juan Juaristi "Markox" on bass, Iñigo Moñux on guitar (later replaced by Jose Alberto Batíz and then by "Edu" Cruz Olarzabal), and keyboards, which were initially played by an unknown musician before being taken over by Aitor Amezaga (Enbor) and later by Juanma Labandibar. Notable musicians associated with the band include Markos Juaristi, Xabet Arozena, and Iñigo Mo

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