The percussionist José Luis Rodríguez, known as “Pepón” in the music industry and as PeponMusic On social networks, he has attracted great attention by revealing details about his professional experiences with prominent figures of Peruvian music. Among his confessions, published through TikTok highlighted information about the income that the musicians of Group 5 receive for each performance, in addition to the rates for other collaborations in which they have participated. His testimony soon went viral, generating thousands of comments and reactions on social networks.
How much does a Group 5 musician earn?
Grupo 5, one of the most iconic groups of Peruvian cumbia, not only stands out for its music but also for its shows in each show they offer. José Luis Rodríguez, who played twice with the orchestra, assured that the band led by Christian Yaipén once paid him S/400 per performance.
“I went to play with Group 5 in Chiclayo for S/800. That is, for each event they paid me S/400, and each event they play for four hours. Their contract (of Group 5) is for four hours: since they start until they finish,” said the artist on his PeponMusic TikTok account.
Rodríguez also noted having collaborated with other artists, such as Maricarmen Marin who has a different rate: “Maricarmen’s presentations are one hour and the bolus (payment) is S/500,” he said.
Rodríguez, now focused on creating content, through his PeponMusic channel, explained that he does not belong to any group. However, if he does so, he usually works only one hour and a maximum of two: “For more, no. I don’t go out to play longer, to be honest. My price is S/500 for playing the timpani,” he stated.
José Luis Rodríguez is one of the most recognized percussionists in Peru. Photo: screenshot from YouTube/Music Market
Why is Group 5 called that?
Group 5, founded in Monsefú, Lambayeque, has consolidated its place as one of the most representative groups in Peru. Christian Yaipén, current leader of the band and son of the late Elmer Yaipén Uypán, explained that the name of the group has a curious and anecdotal origin.
“There were many groups of songbooks that came to Monsefú, group number one, two, three, four and group number 6 arrived. Group 5 never arrived; When they (his father and uncle) were forming their band, they made Group 5, which never made it to Monsefú,” said the singer.
Grupo 5 is one of the oldest orchestras in Peru. Photo: Group 5
What are the 5 most popular hits of Group 5?
To talk about Group 5 is to talk about a discography full of hits that have defined generations. Among the most representative songs of the band are:
“The Culebritica” “You are my good”
“Engine and motive” “Who heals” “Let’s bet I get married”
Each of these successes has contributed to the positioning of Grupo 5 as one of the leading groups in Peruvian cumbia. The group, which combines tradition and modernity, continues to gain new followers while retaining its loyal followers.
Why was Christian Yaipén about to leave his studies at Berklee?
The current leader of Group 5 revealed in an interview a difficult episode in his academic life, when he was about to leave his studies due to financial problems. “Before finishing my degree, just two semesters away from graduating, I told my professor that I was going to drop out because the costs were too high,” he confessed. However, thanks to the sacrifice of his mother, who decided to sell her truck, and the support of a scholarship, he managed to complete his university education, thus overcoming this obstacle in his path.
How did Group 5 start?
Group 5, one of the most emblematic groups of Peruvian cumbia, was born on January 31, 1973, in the province of Monsefu, Chiclayo . Its founders were Elmer and Víctor Yaipén Uypán, who later had the participation of Elmer Yaipén Jr. (Elmer’s son) and his brothers Xavier and walter as detailed on its official website. Throughout its history, Group 5 has managed to establish itself as an icon of tropical music in Peru and in various Latin American countries.
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