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Thousands of followers gathered in the streets to participate in the massive wake of Carlos Alberto Solari, known as Indio Solari. (Jaime Olivos)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

This Sunday, thousands of fans say goodbye to Carlos Alberto \u201cIndio\u201d Solari<\/b> in the Worker’s Rights Park<\/b> of Villa Dominico<\/b>, in the municipality of Avellaneda<\/b>. The wake started at 10 in the morning<\/b> at the Gatica Microstadium, an auditorium capable of accommodating up to 180 people at a time.<\/p>\n

Since Saturday night, hundreds began gathering along Bartolom\u00e9 Miter Avenue, near the municipal property. As the number of followers swelled, officials decided to open the doors an hour early. No closing time was set, and the possibilities were even discussed for extending the farewell until Monday or Tuesday.<\/p>\n

The death of the founder of Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota<\/b> and The Air Conditioning Fundamentalists<\/b> was reported on Friday, June 5, around 9 AM. He was discovered in the pool of his home in Parque Leloir, Ituzaing\u00f3, with an autopsy indicating the cause to be a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)<\/b>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Photographer Pablo Grillo Attends the Funeral of Indio Solari<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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The photographer suffered a significant head injury during a demonstration organized by retirees to demand an increase in their salaries.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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As the afternoon progressed, one notable attendee at the funeral was photographer Pablo Grillo<\/b>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Grillo, who sustained a serious head injury during a retirees’ demonstration in March 2025, was authorized to capture images inside the makeshift area where fans leave offerings for the musician’s resting place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Traffic Chaos and Long Queues to the Capital<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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The last mass began at the Gatica Microstadium, with queues extending along Miter Avenue to the Federal Capital.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Fans wishing to bid farewell to Indio Solari<\/b> formed lines stretching throughout the southern suburbs, reaching nearly the City of Buenos Aires<\/b>. Traffic disruptions were reported along Miter Avenue, all the way to the Pueyrred\u00f3n Bridge<\/b>, which separates Avellaneda from the Federal Capital.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Local residents documented the extensive queues, observing from their buildings as people gathered to say farewell. Authorities suggested attendees disembark at Avellaneda station, the starting point for the line.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Traffic is complicated across the entire southern region of the Conurbano.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Tears, Dance, and Eternal Loyalty: Fan Testimonies<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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Tears, songs, and music filled the air as fans bid farewell to Indio Solari.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Jos\u00e9 Mar\u00eda Gatica Stadium in Avellaneda transformed into a sacred space, filled with deep emotion and gratitude. Thousands of fans of Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota, along with those from his solo work, came to offer a powerful farewell to Carlos Alberto “El Indio” Solari. There was no silence; flags, black t-shirts, and the unified singing of the crowd filled the atmosphere.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cThe Indian does not leave, the Indian is immortal,\u201d<\/b> expressed Mart\u00edn (42) who traveled from Olavarr\u00eda once he heard the news. Through tears, he declared, \u201cHis poetry saved me in my darkest moments. Being here is not a funeral; it\u2019s the last ricotero mass. We owed him this collective hug.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Younger fans shared similar sentiments. Sof\u00eda (23), holding a flag with the iconic silhouette of the singer, noted, \u201cMy dad passed this love onto me. The Indio united my family. Though I never saw him perform in his heyday, his voice has shaped who I am. We feel an immense void, but his art is eternal.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Consistently, fans expressed loyalty. Carlos (55), with a voice hoarse from singing, summed it up: \u201cHe taught us to live with dignity and question authority. El Indio is the soundtrack of our lives. Today he may be gone, but the pogo will continue forever.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The 80 best photos of Indio Solari’s final goodbye: Thousands of fans gather in Avellaneda<\/h2>\n

After a vigil held by the musician’s followers, the doors of the wake were opened an hour early.<\/h3>\n
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Three fans gather in front of a banner that pays tribute to the artist.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

*Photos: Jaime Olivos and Adri\u00e1n Escandar and agencies<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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A Farewell Setlist: Songs by Los Fundamentalistas in Tribute to Indio<\/h2>\n

The band performed classics, drawing tears and applause from thousands of fans.<\/h3>\n
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By <\/span>Martina Cortes<\/p>\n

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Even amid sadness over Indio Solari’s passing, The Air Conditioning Fundamentalists paid tribute with a heartfelt performance.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The atmosphere remained heavy with mourning after the death of Indio Solari<\/b>, who passed away on Friday at 77, leaving a substantial void in Argentine music. His departure prompted an outpouring of tributes across social media, highlighting the profound legacy he cultivated over decades. Notably, The Air Conditioning Fundamentalists<\/b> chose to go ahead with their scheduled performance at the Comodoro Rivadavia fairgrounds, making their show a collective tribute filled with emotion and gratitude.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ulises Bueno’s Moving Tribute at His Concert in C\u00f3rdoba<\/h2>\n

During his show in San Francisco, the musician became emotional while singing Jijiji, prompting applause from the audience.<\/h3>\n
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By <\/span>Andrea Mazzei<\/p>\n

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Ulises Bueno became emotional while remembering Indio Solari with his legendary song Jijiji during a concert in San Francisco, C\u00f3rdoba.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The impact of Indio Solari\u2019s<\/b> death spread across ideologies and musical genres. The announcement on June 5 triggered a wave of spontaneous tributes and displays of affection nationwide. One particularly moving tribute came from Ulises Bueno<\/b> during his performance in San Francisco, C\u00f3rdoba, leaving a lasting impression on the collective memory.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Investigating Indio Solari\u2019s Death: Medical Witness to Testify<\/h2>\n

Prosecutor Lucio Rivero awaits additional studies while collecting statements from family regarding the musician’s passing.<\/h3>\n
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By <\/span>Cecilia Di Lodovico<\/p>\n

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Two fans gather in front of a striking banner with the image of Indio Solari, paying tribute at his wake in Avellaneda. Photo: EFE<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

The farewell to Indio Solari<\/b> in Villa Dominico<\/b> proceeded amid an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Sources indicate that elements of the case are moving towards closure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Over 50 Blocks of Waiting to Bid Farewell to Indio<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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Since the ceremony commenced at 10, throngs of people have continued to arrive at Gatica Microstadium to say goodbye to Indio Solari. The line extends beyond 50 blocks, even reaching Puente Pueyrred\u00f3n<\/b>. Solari’s entourage reassured fans: “There will be time for everyone to get the farewell they deserve.<\/b>“<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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