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Migala's 'Arde' Gets First Vinyl Release 25 Years Later

publication · 2026-05-16

Migala, the Spanish band, is releasing their album 'Arde' on vinyl for the first time, 25 years after its original release. The album is the highest-rated Spanish-language album by Pitchfork. The reissue is accompanied by a digital archive containing memorabilia from that era. Abel Hernández, a member of Migala, recalls the band's journey, which included a tour in the US facilitated by Stuart David (co-founder and bassist of Belle and Sebastian and collaborator with Looper). The band also received acclaim in France, Belgium, Germany, Portugal, and the Netherlands. In Spain, their third album '44' is well-regarded.

Key facts

  • Migala is releasing 'Arde' on vinyl for the first time.
  • The album was originally released 25 years ago.
  • 'Arde' is the highest-rated Spanish-language album by Pitchfork.
  • The reissue includes a digital archive with memorabilia.
  • Abel Hernández is a member of Migala.
  • Stuart David (Belle and Sebastian, Looper) helped the band tour the US.
  • The band received acclaim in France, Belgium, Germany, Portugal, and the Netherlands.
  • Their third album '44' is well-regarded in Spain.

Entities

Artists

  • Abel Hernández
  • Stuart David

Institutions

  • Migala
  • Belle and Sebastian
  • Looper
  • Pitchfork

Locations

  • Spain
  • United States
  • France
  • Belgium
  • Germany
  • Portugal
  • Netherlands

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