Laín - A Rri Qui Taun

Review by SL Figuhr

Album Review: "A Rri Qui Taun" by Laín – A Synth-Pop Time Capsule from 1984 Released in 1984, A Rri Qui Taun by Laín is a fascinating artifact of the synth-pop and disco fusion that dominated European dance floors during the mid-'80s. Hailing from Spain and Italy, with Virgin Records behind its release, this album feels like an unpolished gem—a quirky yet infectious dive into electronic experimentation. The credits read like a who’s who of creative talent: Cheni Navarro on arrangement and writing, Oscar Gómez handling mixing duties, and Pablo Pérez-Mínguez contributing striking photography. It's clear everyone involved poured their heart into this project. The standout track for me has to be "A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Versión Larga)". This extended version gives you room to breathe, letting the synths swell and shimmer over a hypnotic beat. There's something about the way it builds—slowly layering textures until it feels like you're floating in a neon-lit dreamscape—that sticks with you long after the music stops. Sure, it might not reinvent the wheel, but it doesn’t need to. Sometimes all you want is a groove that locks in and refuses to let go. And boy, does this one deliver. Another memorable cut is "A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Versión Instrumental)". Stripped of vocals, the instrumental highlights just how intricate the production really is. Without lyrics to distract, you can fully appreciate the interplay between the pulsating basslines and those sparkling keyboard melodies. It’s almost meditative, like losing yourself in the hum of a city at night. If I’m being honest, there were moments when I forgot I was listening to a “disco” record—it felt more like a soundtrack to some retro sci-fi film. You know, the kind where robots learn to dance? What makes A Rri Qui Taun so special isn’t just its sound; it’s the vibe. Listening to it feels like stepping into a time machine set to 1984, complete with chunky analog synths and slightly awkward drum programming. Yet, despite its dated elements, the album holds up surprisingly well. Maybe it’s because we’re living in an era obsessed with nostalgia, or maybe it’s simply good enough to transcend its time. One thing’s for sure—if you’re into electronic music history, this is worth checking out. Just don’t expect perfection. Some transitions feel clunky, and yeah, the mix could’ve used another pass. But hey, imperfections give character, right? Final thought: If someone told me aliens landed in Madrid in ’84 and left behind a crate of cosmic disco tunes, I’d believe them. This album sounds exactly like what I imagine extraterrestrial boogie would. Take that as you will.

Artist: Laín
Album: A Rri Qui Taun

Electronic

1984

Rating: 5.0

Review
About Album
Download
Tracks
Video
Images
Catalog Numbers
Labels
Listen online
Formats
Companies
Credits
Notes
Barcodes
About Artist
Interesting fact
Comments
Related albums

Download

Filename: lan-a-rri-qui-taun.zip

MP3 size: 33.5 mb
FLAC size: 241.5 mb

Download

Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Versión Corta)
A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Instrumental)
A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Versión Instrumental)	3:10
A-Rri-Qui-Taun (Versión Larga)
A-Rri-Qui-Taun	3:45

Video

Lain - Arriquitaun(sabes lo que pasa? )

Images

télécharger l'album Laín - A Rri Qui Taun

Album herunterladen Laín - A Rri Qui Taun

Catalog Numbers

VIN 45117
VINX 66
A106647, A-106.647
F-601.389

Labels

Virgin

Listen online

kuunnella verkossa
ouvir online
escuchar en línea
ascolta in linea
online luisteren
online anhören
écouter en ligne
lyssna på nätet
lytte på nettet

Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
12"
Maxi-Single
Single

Companies

Role	Company
Record Company	Virgin España, S.A.
Distributed By	Dischi Ricordi S.p.A.
Produced For	Virgin Dischi S.R.L.
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Virgin España, S.A.
Copyright (c)	Virgin España, S.A.
Recorded At	Estudios Kirios
Edited At	Crab Ediciones Musicales, S.A.
Made By	Iberofon, S.A.
Manufactured By	Iberofon, S.A.
Printed By	Indugraf Madrid, S.A.

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Cheni Navarro, Javier Losada
Design	Txomín Salazar
Engineer	Ima Soundman
Illustration	Costus
Mixed By	Oscar Gómez
Photography By	Pablo Pérez-Mínguez
Written-By	Cheni Navarro Perez

Notes

Recorded at Kirios Studios, Madrid
℗ 1984 Virgin España, S.A.
© 1984 Virgin España, S.A.
Made in Italy
First catalog on sleeve, second on labels.
Recorded at Kirios Studios, Madrid.
Made in Spain

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Runout, A-side, hand-etched): VIN 45117-1
Matrix / Runout (Runout, B-side, hand-etched): VIN 45117-2
Rights Society: SIAE
Rights Society: S.I.A.E.
Rights Society: SGAE
Depósito Legal: M.23238-1984
Matrix / Runout (Runout, A-side, hand-etched): F-601.389-A-1N³
Matrix / Runout (Runout, B-side, hand-etched): F-601.389-B-1N³
Rights Society: S.G.A.E.
Depósito Legal: M-23237-1984
Other (Impuesto de lujo a metalico): Permiso num. 8037
Other (Iberofon, S.A.): Permiso 5854
Other (Depósito Legal): M-23237-1984

About Laín

Real Name

Emilio Laín

Name Vars

Emilio Lain
Emilio Laín
Lain

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *A Rri Qui Taun* by Laín is like a hidden gem from the '80s synth-pop scene. It came out in 1984, released by Virgin in Spain and Italy. What makes it stand out? The whole album revolves around just one track, "A-Rri-Qui-Taun," remixed into five different versions. From short edits to long instrumental takes, it’s basically the ultimate deep dive into a single song. Oh, and the artwork? Totally bold and artsy, thanks to Costus’ illustrations and Txomín Salazar’s design. It’s a quirky slice of '80s electronic music history.