Commando 9mm

Formed in 1984, Commando 9mm was born from the fusion of talents of Manolo UVI (vocals and bass), from La UVI, and José Luis Rodríguez “El Pollo” (guitar) and Gonzalo Fuentes “El Mosca” (drums), both from Larsen. This combination gave rise to an explosive trio that quickly made a name for itself on the Madrid punk scene. Their music was characterized by direct lyrics, fast rhythms, and a defiant attitude that set them apart from other bands in the Madrid scene. They participated in the eighth edition of the Trofeo Rock Villa de Madrid in 1985, where they won third place, which allowed them to record their first single with the songs “Odio en Sudamérica” and “Johnny coge el subfusil.” 

 

After their debut, Commando 9mm continued their career with the recording of their first LP, 'Amor Frenopático', in 1986, followed by 'Únete al Commando' in 1987. These albums consolidated their position on the national punk scene, allowing them to tour Spain and other European countries. In 1990, they released their third album, 'Commando', under the CBS label. However, distribution problems and changes in the music industry led to the temporary dissolution of the group in 1991. Despite this, their legacy endured, and in 2000 they returned with the compilation 'Camino Hacia La Ruina', followed by new records and live performances that revitalized their presence on the music scene. [SOURCE: EL PENTA]