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**Bio: Almendra** Almendra, originally known as The Beatniks, was a pivotal rock and roll group from Buenos Aires, Argentina, active in the late 1960s. The band emerged from a fusion of two high school bands, Los Sbirros and Los Larkins. Led by guitarist and lyricist Luis Alberto Spinetta, Almendra released several singles and two influential albums between 1968 and 1971 that significantly shaped the sound of Argentine rock. The formation that would become Almendra took shape in 1967, including members on drums, vocals, keyboards (Santiago Novoa), bass, and guitar. However, the band faced a setback when Spinetta was drafted into military service, causing them to pause activities for the remainder of the year. During this time, the success of "La Balsa," performed by another artist, helped pave the way for Argentine rock. Following the news of a friend's death, Spinetta composed "Tema de Pototo," which later contributed to the band's rise to fame, although he later discovered his friend was alive. In March 1968, Spinetta acquired a guitar, and the band began rigorous practice sessions, leading to Novoa's departure. They eventually settled on the name Almendra. The band gained attention in 1968 with their first single, "Tema de Pototo / El Mundo Entre las Manos." Their second live performance at Teatro del Globo was recorded and released in

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