¡Ye-Ye "Yerba"!

Released in 1987 on the Onomaster label, ¡Ye-Ye 'Yerba'! by Escoria Oriental captures the vibrant, experimental atmosphere of the late 80s underground music scene in Argentina. The album emerged during a period of transition for the country's cultural landscape, blending local post-punk sensibilities with the quirky, often irreverent 'Ye-Ye' aesthetic that had surfaced as a nostalgic nod to the mid-60s beat movement. It was intended as a stylistic departure from the more somber rock of the era, favoring a playful, danceable soundscape that mirrored the growing desire for creative liberation following the return to democracy.

The design of the record, cataloged as MS-1019, reflects a DIY-influenced visual approach typical of Onomaster’s catalog at the time. With its stark, evocative cover art, the package was designed to contrast with the high-gloss pop records dominating the charts, aiming for a cult-classic appeal among the nation's burgeoning alternative listeners. While the album remained an niche release, it has since gained recognition among vinyl collectors who specialize in Latin American experimental pop and the specific, idiosyncratic sound production that defined the label's short-lived but memorable tenure.