One of the more popular rock en español bands of their time, Marea established themselves as a touring act and released a number of increasingly popular albums, culminating with 28.000 Puñaladas (2004), a smash success upon its release. The band was formed in Navarre, Spain, by vocalist/poet Kutxi Romero, drummer Alen Ayerdi, bassist Edu Beaumont (aka El Piñas), and guitarists César Ramallo and David Díaz (aka Kolibrí Díaz). The band's debut album, La Patera, came out on BMG, and they moved to GOR Discos for 2000's Revolcón. Third album Besos de Perro, from 2002, set the stage for 28.000 Puñaladas, an immediate smash success, reaching gold sales status within a week's time. The following album, Las Aceras Están Llenas de Piojos (2007), debuted at number one. ~ Jason Birchmeier