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Mar de Copas is a popular Peruvian rock band from Lima. The band is presently known as the best contemporary rock group from Peru since 1999, with more local success than emblematic peruvian groups such as "Los Belkings" and "Los Doltons".

Although the band has experimented widely with different music styles, including indie rock, postpunk and new wave throughout their career, their best known work usually falls into either of two distinct styles: folk-esque melodic rock (as heard in songs such as "La maquina del tiempo" and "Tras esa puerta") and electric-charged rock (in songs like "Perdido", "Enloqueciendo" and "Un dia sin sexo").

They are influenced by english and latin songwriters from the 1960's and 1980's. Barrios and Leverone have always made covers of "La Nueva Ola", and its influence is always present. They are well known in Peru but not internationally. Their lyrics are rich in poetry and metaphors. Most of their songs talk about ordinary lives, passion, depression, solitude, strength and falling in love.

Mar de Copas sold over 40,000 copies of their first 5 albums in Peru, where 5,000 copies are considered a "Disco de Oro" (Best-seller music award). No other local band has done the same. They are known as a "cult band" by their fans and their signature song is "Mujer Noche". Music critics specify that Mar de Copas ranks alongside their same genre predecessors: "Duncan Dhu", "El Ultimo de la Fila" and "Soda Stereo".