Twenty-Five Years of Pub-Rock, Tavern Spirit, and World Tours
Formed in Madrid's Malasaña in the late 90s, Los Chicos are one of the most beloved and explosive live acts in Spanish rock and roll. Led by the unstoppable presence of frontman Rafa Suñén, the interlocking guitars of twin brothers Gerardo and Antonio Urchaga, Guille Casanova on bass, and Ral GarcĂa on drums, the quintet fuses British pub-rock in the vein of Dr. Feelgood with garage-punk and American roots musicâa formula that has taken them on seven Australian tours and across European festival stages.
Malasaña's Roar Across International Stages
With an impeccable discography spanning their debut Shakin' and Prayin' (2003) and Launching Rockets (2007) to By Medical Prescription (2018) and their recent Never Is Too Much (2024/2025, released by FOLC Records and Australia's Cheersquad), Los Chicos have championed independent rock and roll with sharp wit, danceable grooves, and unmatched work ethic.
Fourth Visit to BetxĂ: From Legendary Pub Kio to the 20th Anniversary
The history of Los Chicos is deeply intertwined with that of the Sant Antoni Pop Festival: this will be their fourth visit to BetxĂ. They played the 4th and 5th editions, when gigs took place in the long-departed Pub Kio before just a few dozen faithful fans, returned for the 10th edition, and now take the stage at Sala 1964 to blow out the candles for the 20th Anniversary. Their show guarantees stage-diving energy, crowd camaraderie, and pure rock and roll party from start to finish.