Overview

• Aníbal Barrios, affectionately known as 'La Vieja,' passed away at age 70 after a long illness, as confirmed by his partner Mirta Pagano.
• Barrios was a key figure in Argentine rock, serving as Luis Alberto Spinetta’s assistant, guitar technician, and confidant since the 1979 Almendra reunion concerts.
• Spinetta credited Barrios on his 1982 album Kamikaze, a rare acknowledgment of the essential contributions of technical crew in the music industry.
• Tributes poured in from fans, colleagues, and journalists, with many highlighting Barrios’s loyalty, humor, and cultural significance within the rock scene.
• Barrios also appeared in the documentary 'Blues de los plomos,' where he shared insights into his behind-the-scenes role and his iconic mate-sharing ritual with Spinetta.