El Esquinazo ◉ [GENUINE]

Composed in 1902 by the legendary Ángel Villoldo , "El Esquinazo" translates to "The Dodge" or, more literally in turn-of-the-century slang, "being stood up". The term comes from esquina (corner); if a date didn't show up at the agreed-upon corner, you were "hit by the corner". A Destructive Rhythm

While written as a comic tango, it has been recorded by numerous icons, including Juan D'Arienzo and Francisco Canaro. El Esquinazo

Despite its rowdy reputation, "El Esquinazo" became a cornerstone of the Guardia Vieja (Old Guard) era of tango. Composed in 1902 by the legendary Ángel Villoldo

Crowds would get so swept up in the rhythm that they would beat their glasses, spoons, and plates against the tables to match the song's knocks. Despite its rowdy reputation, "El Esquinazo" became a

The song is instantly recognisable by its signature opening: four sharp, rhythmic knocks. These were intended to mimic a frustrated young man stomping his feet on a street corner.