La Oreja de Van Gogh
La Oreja de Van Gogh | |
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La Oreja de Van Gogh in 2012. From left to right: Xabi San Martín, Pablo Benegas, Leire Martínez, Álvaro Fuentes and Haritz Garde. | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | LOVG |
| Origin | San Sebastián, Guipuzcoa, Basque Country, Spain |
| Genres | Pop rock |
| Years active | 1996–present |
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| Website | laorejadevangogh |
La Oreja de Van Gogh (Spanish pronunciation: [la oˈɾexa ðe βaŋ ˈɡoɣ]; English: "Van Gogh's Ear") is a pop band from San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain. The lyrical themes of their songs typically include love, friendship and relationships. They have released 9 studio albums and have achieved commercial success with the singles "Puedes Contar Conmigo" (2003), "Rosas" (2003), "Muñeca de Trapo (2006), "Dulce Locura" (2006), "El Último Vals" (2008), and "Inmortal" (2009).
The lead singer of the band was Amaia Montero from the formation of the band in 1996 until 2007, when she left to pursue a solo career. From 2008 to 2024, the lead singer of the band was Leire Martínez. The band currently is without a lead singer; a decision on a replacement is pending. The band's lyrics and compositions are written primarily by Xabi San Martín as well as by Pablo Benegas.