David Rodríguez, a former member of Bach Is Dead, later took on the role of leader for BEEF, a band that has quietly been at the forefront of innovative music in Spain. The origins of BEEF can be traced back to the late 1980s, a period when the concept of a Spanish independent music scene was nearly unheard of. At that time, bands were scarce, record labels were virtually non-existent, and most media outlets overlooked the few noteworthy acts. This prevailing mediocrity sparked a chain reaction that culminated in the vibrant music scene of the early 1990s. Among the pioneers of this era were Bach Is Dead, a nearly legendary group formed in 1988 in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, near Barcelona, who made their mark with the acclaimed LP “Sonotone.”

Following the split of Bach Is Dead in 1993, David, who was sharing a four-track recorder with friends, submitted a home-recorded demo tape under the name BEEF to Servando Carballar, a representative from a Spanish indie label interested in signing BACH IS DEAD. This led to the release of “Beef Songs” in 1994. Although the album went largely unnoticed—partly due to issues resulting in the label's eventual closure—it hinted at the creative potential that Elefant Records would later recognize. Once free of contractual obligations, Acuarela, then a sublabel of Elefant Records, chose to release a single featuring the “Beef Sings” session that had been recorded prior to the LP. Subsequently, David began to rehearse with a new lineup consisting of Juanjo (also of STEREORENT), Joanra (from LOVE OF LESBIAN), and Blas (also from PENURIA), and they performed their first show together.

In March 1995, thanks to Acuarela's connection with notable producer Kramer—who had previously worked with SR. CHINARRO, GALAXIE 500, and others—BEEF traveled to New York to record their second album, “Beef Tongues.” The album received critical acclaim and ranked highly in year-end charts. It was later reissued by Elefant in 1999, featuring bonus tracks from “Beef Sings.”

The band continued their journey by recording the “A.O.R. EP” under the Elefant umbrella, which was recognized as the best EP of 1996 by several Spanish publications. This release showcased their commitment to avant-garde experimentation while maintaining a sense of humor. Following their performance at the Benicàssim International Festival—where they played just before STEREOLAB—BEEF began working on their third LP, “Fi Qasr Sheikh Al-Dabant.” This album marked a new direction in their unique, ironic take on rock music, blending mutant dance tracks like “Martínez” and dandy instrumentals such as “Belmondo” with energetic rock and other eccentricities.

In 1998, they released “España a las ocho” (“Spain 8 AM”), named after a well-known radio show. This album, their first to be released on both vinyl and CD, featured improved sound quality and included guest appearances from ex-MARS and ex-DON KING member Mark Cunningham, all while maintaining the band’s signature mix of guitars, samplers, humor, and avant-garde flair.

In January 2000, BEEF launched their fifth album, “Misery And Lies,” produced by Wharton Tiers, a renowned figure in American noise music who has worked with acts like SONIC YOUTH, PUSSY GALORE, and DINOSAUR JR. This album represented BEEF's most rock-oriented work to date, moving away from avant-garde influences to focus on guitar-driven sound.

In May 2002, BEEF released “La bohème,” recorded at Pere Serrano studios, with the band producing the album and mastering it in New York City with Wharton Tiers. Following this release, BEEF and Elefant Records began to part ways. In 2005, the band debuted a new album titled “Victoria Principal,” sung in Spanish and released through El Ejército Rojo, the label founded by LOS PLANETAS.