Alaska (born 1963) is a Spanish singer, famous in Spain and South America. She was born in Mexico City and currently lives in Spain. Her real name is Olvido Gara Jova.
In 1977 she, along with Nacho Canut and Carlos Berlanga formed the band KK de luxe , one the first Spanish punk bands. In 1979 they formed the band Alaska y Dinarama, which in 1982 changed the name to Alaska y los Pegamoides. In 1989 Carlos Berlanga left, and the band transformed once again, this time adopting the name of Fangoria. With each name change, the band has been driving away from punk and embracing electronic pop, although strong guitars are normally present in their performances.
In the 1980s (during times of la movida) she was the host of the hip children TV show La Bola de Cristal.
For discography, see the Fangoria page.
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Last updated: 05-07-2005 10:25:19
