Velox Veritas

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Velox Veritas
Studio album by
Rey Pila
ReleasedAugust 21, 2020
Recorded2019–2020
StudioSonic Ranch Studios (Tornillo, Texas)
GenreIndie rock, electronic rock, synthwave, synth-pop
Length40:35
LabelArts & Crafts México
ProducerDiego Solórzano, Dave Sitek
Rey Pila chronology
Lucky No. 7
(2019) 		Velox Veritas
(2020) 		E.P.
(2022)
Singles from Velox Veritas
  1. "Let It Burn"
    Released: 7 May 2020[1]
  2. "Casting a Shadow"
    Released: 18 June 2020
  3. "Drooling"
    Released: 15 July 2020[2]
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic[3]
ClashPositive[4]

Velox Veritas is the third full-length studio album by Mexican rock band Rey Pila, released on August 21, 2020 via Arts & Crafts México. The album was recorded at Sonic Ranch Studios in Texas, produced by Diego Solórzano with contributions from Dave Sitek of TV on the Radio, and features cover artwork by Mexican artist Dr. Lakra.[5] The band was unable to tour or promote the record live due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Critical reception

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International reception was generally positive. UK outlet Clash described Rey Pila as having “a unique sound, a cultural cross-exchange that matches stellar songwriting to a diverse palette of influences.”[6] Ghettoblaster Magazine praised the record as “refreshing,” citing its electro-guitar hybrid sound.[7] On release day, Talkhouse spotlighted the album in a feature on Mexican indie music.[8]

Canadian magazine Exclaim! described it as "moderately catchy yet extremely busy," while praising the synth-driven production and the closing track "Steps (Pt. I)".[9] In Mexico, Me Hace Ruido called it "a journey full of psychedelia, electricity, tropical touches and evocative nostalgia,"[10] IndieRocks! hailed it as "the most sincere and honest work" of the band,[11] and Revista Marvin praised its circular narrative and cinematic qualities.[12] At the end of 2020, Rolling Stone México listed it among the best albums of the year.[13] The single "Let It Burn" was also included in Reactor 105.7 FM’s year-end list of best songs, appearing at number 85.[14]

Track listing

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All tracks are written by Diego Solórzano, Andrés Velasco and Rodrigo Blanco.

No.TitleLength
1."Let It Burn"3:08
2."Dark Paradise"4:03
3."My Friends Are Going Crazy"3:37
4."Drooling"3:39
5."Casting a Shadow"3:35
6."Steps, Pt. 2"4:01
7."Lash Out"3:13
8."Josephine"3:14
9."Over the Edge"3:52
10."Danger"3:36
11."Steps, Pt. 1"4:31
Total length:40:35

Credits

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  • Diego Solórzano – producer
  • Dave Sitek – producer, mixing
  • Ricardo Acasuso – engineering, mixing
  • Brian Lucey – mastering
  • John Greenham - mastering
  • Dr. Lakra – artwork

References

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  1. ^ "Mexico City Synth-Pop Band Rey Pila Release "Let It Burn"". Trend & Chaos. 16 June 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-30.
  2. ^ "Drooling – Single by Rey Pila". Apple Music. 15 July 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-30.
  3. ^ "Velox Veritas – Rey Pila". AllMusic. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  4. ^ "Rey Pila Return With New Album 'Velox Veritas'". Clash. 15 July 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  5. ^ "Rey Pila lanza Velox Veritas con arte de Dr. Lakra". Rock 101. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  6. ^ "Rey Pila Return With New Album 'Velox Veritas'". Clash. 15 July 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  7. ^ "New Music Friday Roll Out 08/21/20". Ghettoblaster Magazine. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  8. ^ "Talkhouse Weekend Playlist: Rey Pila's Guide to the Mexican Indie Scene". Talkhouse. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  9. ^ "Rey Pila Velox Veritas Album Review". Exclaim!. 20 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  10. ^ "Reseña: Rey Pila /// Velox Veritas". Me Hace Ruido. 20 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  11. ^ "Rey Pila – Velox Veritas". IndieRocks!. 24 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  12. ^ "Rey Pila: La aventura circular de Velox Veritas". Revista Marvin. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  13. ^ "Los mejores álbumes de 2020". Rolling Stone México. 17 December 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  14. ^ "Conteo Reactor 2020: Las 105.7 canciones". Me Hace Ruido. 30 December 2020. Retrieved 2025-08-29.