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Una vida entera, pero a tu manera

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EDITORIAL

LARISSA FECHER – EDITORA JEFE RENISSE ORDINE – EDITORA DE REDACCIÓN Photo: Reproduced from the internet

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TEAM SIEMPRE

SIEMPRE WITH SANZ SIEMPRE WITH HIS STRENGTH

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30th of April ALEJANDRO SANZ DAY IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

ALEJANDRO SANZ DAY Who wouldn't want to have a day of their own? Of course we have our birthday, which is really special for each of us. But it is not a day exclusive to us-- thousands of people around the world celebrate and receive warm greetings from family and friends.

Can you imagine having an exclusive day of your own to celebrate? This is a privilege for few.

And once again, Alejandro Sanz, proves that once again he is that "one in a million" person, as he expressed in the documentary "Lo que fui es lo que soy", referring to his mother, when she told him that success only happens with a few people.

Alejandro is a person who came into the world marked to make it joyful in all the spaces in which he immerses himself: family, generosity towards people, concern for social issues and for the future of the planet. So much so that he develops, together with his brother Jesús Sánchez Pizarro, "La Fuerza del Corazón", a channel that seeks to support various causes and activities of other social foundations, with the purpose of promoting a community transformation.

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"He is an incredible person and in recognition of so much talent and brilliance, remarkable accolades and honors have come his way..."

And consequently, he also becomes a gift for us, because if he is happy, we are three times happier.

Well, now we tell you how it all happened.

The

tribute

came

from

an

important

political

personality, Jan Perry, who in the period 2001 to 2013 held the position of councilwoman in the city of Los Angeles, California.

In 2013, on April 30th, Alejandro received this unique tribute from Perry, for the magnitude of his music and its power to transcend horizons and language barriers.

The whole world knows how to sing the artist's songs; it is a song of the soul, not just words.

"It is a pleasure to be here with such a talented artist. He brings his beautiful music to our city and we welcome him with open arms. I am a huge fan, as are so many others in Los Angeles. His music transcends language barriers. It is my pleasure to declare April 30th Alejandro Sanz Day in Los Angeles," added Perry.

And it would be used at the opening of the GRAMMY's, an event that was cancelled on the fateful date of September 11, 2001.

The ceremony took place days before the beginning of

"I want all those who visit the museum to enjoy it

the tour of the album "La Música no se Toca", which

now. Please take good care of it," said Alejandro.

was extremely successful in the United States. For the event, a press conference was held at the Grammy Museum, and in addition to the presentation of a beautiful plaque officially marking the date, the Spanish artist was also presented with Gold and

Filled with emotion, he couldn't forget his mother, Maria Pizarro.

Platinum discs for the sales of his album and the

"It is an honor. My mother would be very proud of

success of the singles: "No me Compares", "Se vende",

me. I'm thrilled with this recognition because in

and "Mi marciana", which up to that moment were

the end there are many hours of work in the

leading the charts in 17 countries.

recording studio and in different countries. That's

To consummate this memorable event, Alejandro donated the guitar he had used in the performance with Destinys Childs, a group led by American singer Beyonce, at the Latin GRAMMY's in 2002.

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the beautiful part of all this. Getting to know those places, making friends and enjoying the people at the concerts. And I already have my day, like St. Patrick's Day." (laughs)

Since 2013, this date is remembered faithfully and affectionately by him and his fans. There is always a very special tribute on this day and demonstrations of affection

and

gratitude

from

all

those

around

Alejandro.

He does not let this day pass without any record with words of gratitude for this distinction that, as mentioned above, is not for everyone. He is a unique being, differentiated in his greatness.

However, with the pandemic caused by Covid-19, the celebration took place in a very symbolic way. Faced with so many difficulties, challenges, and loneliness that the world faced in 2020, and knowing how much his presence and attention moves the intimacy of his followers, he wanted to celebrate his day with an unforgettable live, which moved the Sanzero world.

"These weeks seem to not differentiate the days.... And that makes me realize even more that the important dates realize more that the important dates are marked by people. The days are more days with our people, without them they are just another section in the calendar.

Today is Alejandro Sanz's Day in Los Angeles (California), and this day makes sense with you One of the curiosities surrounding Alejandro's personal

and I don't want to celebrate it any other way

and social life is how he deals with issues that are very

than together. See you today to break the record

sensitive to humility and his way of managing the fame

of common virtual hug," Alejandro said.

that grows day by day. When asked about these points, he stated:

The celebration could not have been more exciting.

Alejandro connected at the exact time he had announced in his networks and some lucky fans were able to talk to him, about current events and the

"I still go get my own coffee; that's the best thing you can do," he commented with a chuckle when asked if he has changed much from his beginnings. "My illusion of getting on stage, singing songs, brightening someone's life for a while, and expressing myself through music hasn't changed. That is intact in spite of time," he added.

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feelings of those days.

There is no way not to love this special person Alejandro. He is amazing and he owns our best emotions. With him, even in the midst of a pandemic, we know that despite the odds, we have him by our side with words of faith and hope.

Your day is ours, you are ours! And that bond was written in some journal of time, to be lived for eternity.

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UN ZOMBIE A LA INTEMPERIE "Un Zombie a la Intemperie" was released on March 2nd. The song debuted #1 on iTunes in Spain and #1 on iTunes in 14 countries in Latin America, and gained a position on the Top 200 sales chart for songs in Spain.

A funny anecdote occurred when Alejandro gave us daily clues on Twitter about the release of the first single of “Sirope”. He put, among others, a tweet for us to guess the title of the song. While many were very close, on the same site he exclusively launched a teaser for the song.

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LA VOZ MEXICO In March 2016, he returned as a coach on the 5th season of La Voz México, along with Gloria Trevi, the Regional Mexican band Los Tigres del Norte, and the reggaeton singer J Balvin.

As in every edition of La Voz where he participates, Alejandro left us with many unforgettable moments, one of which was when he performed "Corazón Partío", where Gloria Trevi burst into tears with emotion.

WELCOME HOME Alejandro Sanz's 29th Grammy has arrived at its new home safe and sound.

The

ceremony

unfolded

a

bit

differently

compared to previous years. Alejandro was present through a video call.

He won in the category "Record of the Year", for the song "Contigo" by Joaquín Sabina.

DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS In November 2010, a Doctors Without Borders campaign was launched to give visibility to AIDS and other diseases, all with the support of Alejandro Sanz.

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PINOCCHIO - 2012 Alejandro Sanz presented his own version of "Pinocchio", in which he adapts the children's classic into a song for the campaign "Cuenta Conmigo", a project by the "la Caixa" organization, in favor of the Save the Children foundation which aims to fight against child poverty.

In a video posted to his official Twitter account, Alejandro uses the Pinocchio story to recall his start in music and send a message to children. "The boy understood that music never lies. Music always tells the truth," he explains at the end of the video.

UNDER THE SEA – DISNEY In April 2016, a compilation of Disney's most classic songs was released, a work called "We Love Disney Latino".

The album took us all back to the most innocent and joyful parts of our childhoods.

Alejandro gave us his rendition of the song "Under the Sea" from the movie "The Little Mermaid".

A song full of rhythm and life, Alejandro knew how to give it his personal touch without losing the magic that the song has always had.

PAZ SIN FRONTERAS In March 2008, Alejandro participated in a solidarity show on the border between Colombia and Venezuela, "Paz sin Fronteras" (Peace without Borders).

More than 200,000 people attended one of the most important concerts in the history of music in the world.

Juanes (the promoter of the idea), Alejandro Sanz, Miguel Bosé, Carlos Vives, Juan Fernando Velasco, Juan Luis Guerra and Ricardo Montaner were the protagonists of this historic day.

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Interview

Sí, todos los días sale el sol...

SIEMPRE: We listen and enjoy your new songs. A particularly brilliant album. How are you living through the success of #Unikornio?

PABLO: Well... hehehehe... the only success I live is that of having expressed myself exactly in the place and time I am.

SIEMPRE: Now a difficult question, what song from your new album would you like to sing with Alejandro? I'm telling you we would love to hear "La Niña de la Linterna".

PABLO: With the boss I just wait for what he feels, what he feels like singing... playing... listening to!

SIEMPRE: friendship begin?

How with

did your Alejandro

PABLO: When I heard him for the first time.

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SIEMPRE: We are remembering and compiling some special moments in which you and Alejandro sing together. Which one is the most memorable for you, Pablo, and why?

PABLO: In his house, where the only loudspeaker we had practically were ourselves.

SIEMPRE: We recently had the privilege of seeing the two of you singing the song "La Quiero a Morir" on La Voz. You both sang with heart and soul. A beautiful tribute to Pau Donés. What did you feel at that moment, Pablo?

PABLO: I felt protected.

SIEMPRE: Of the maestro's many songs, we know that one of your favorites is "Aquello que me diste". Now we want to know which of Alejandro's albums is your favorite?

It's difficult.... I feel the answer is already open, but the best album of Alejandro Sanz is everything he has done randomly without fear."

SIEMPRE: La Voz is a mutual learning experience. We are honored to see the two of you together as Coaches. What is it like to share those moments with Alejandro?

PABLO: It is not easy at all... one has to try every day to walk like a tightrope walker between talking and listening, and that... is his fault.... hahahaha

SIEMPRE: Pablo, you have sung many times with Alejandro. What song would you like to sing that you haven't sung with him yet?

PABLO: Uffff... so many... I would love to do "Lo diré bajito".

SIEMPRE:

What

inspires

you

most in Alejandro?

PABLO: The lack of rules, which ends up being a decree.

with

SIEMPRE: Who plays better tennis, you or him? Haha.

PABLO: Nothing that can be told!

PABLO: It depends on the weather.

SIEMPRE: An Alejandro?

anecdote

SIEMPRE: Every day means less time until you return to the stage with a new tour. How is your anxiety?

PABLO: Controlled, I am in a moment of learning, of knowing how to wait and to wait for myself.

SIEMPRE: Where do you keep so much light, Pablo?

PABLO: Jajajaja.... es que tengo una persona que me quiere.

SIEMPRE: Thanks for everything Pablo, the piano boy... and the flashlight. We wish you all the success in the world. Long live the Unikorn.

PABLO: Thanks to you for making my day.

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Alejandro and Pablo sing the song "A que no me Dejas" together at the Plaza de Toros Las Palomas, Algeciras.

The night became special with participation.

even more Pablo's

2015 - TOUR SIROPE 2015 - TOUR SIROPE

Pablo also sang in the DVD recording of "Sirope" in the song "No Me Compares", at the Barclaycard Center, Madrid.

2016 - TOUR SIROPE Pablo was present in some concerts of the Sirope Tour, this time in the Municipal Stadium of Chapín, Jerez.

The audience was able to see the beauty of the songs "Cuando nadie me ve" and " ¿ Lo ves?" in their two voices.

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The friendship between Alejandro and Pablo breaks boundaries.

The two sang the song "No Me Compares" together at the GEBA stadium in Buenos Aires.

2017 - MÁS ES MÁS

2015 - TOUR SIROPE

It was a unique concert. This special event commemorated the twentieth anniversary of the release of the album Más, which holds the title of the best-selling album in the history of Spanish music.

They sang the song "Aquello que me Diste" together.

2019 - #LAGIRA On a magical night where the earth was aligned with the sky, Alejandro and Pablo sang the song "No tengo Nada" together.

At the Martínez Valero Stadium in Elche, which was attended by 33,000 people.

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Laura Pausini and Pablo López presented the award for "Best Album" for #ElDisco.

Alejandro Sanz sang a medley accompanied by Laura Pausini, Pablo López, and Pol Granch.

2020 - #LIVEASANZ

2015 - TOUR SIROPE

In the live show on May 28th, Alejandro Sanz and Pablo López shared their friendship with us.

Pablo also gave us a live performance of one of his songs accompanied by his piano.

2020 - EL HORMIGUERO On the occasion of the premiere of the seventh season of 'La Voz', the coaches have visited 'El Hormiguero 3.0' to have fun.

Coaches La Voz 7th edition: Alejandro Sanz, Antonio Orozco, Pablo López and Laura Pausini.

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Alejandro and Pablo coaches in La Voz Antena 3.

An edition full of affection and shared experiences between them.

2020 - LA QUIERO A MORIR In the grand finale of "La Voz", Alejandro Sanz and Pablo López paid tribute to Pau Donés with the song "La quiero a Morir".

One of the most moving and indescribable moments of the night.

360 DEGREE CONCERT: A PIANO AND A VOICE 2015 - TOUR SIROPE

Pablo López donated one euro from each ticket to Asindown, giving visibility to people with Down Syndrome.

A solidary collaboration that he had in his concerts.

Pablo sang the song " ¿ Lo ves?" by his friend Alejandro Sanz.

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Recently, we witnessed the art that Alejandro

Director

Scott

Haze

carries inside, how with all his mastery he is

extraordinary life of Charles Mully, a man

able to transform his feelings into songs, so

revered as the "Father of the World's Greatest

thus was born "Mamá Africana". The song was

Family,"

a

produced with Javier Limón and is part of

became

the

"Hombres de Fuego", and was included in the

Family,

soundtrack of the documentary film "Mully".

rehabilitation and development organization.

Kenyan

business

founder

Africa's

chronicles

of

tycoon

Mully

largest

the

who

Children's

child

rescue,

To the rhythm of soft flamenco beats and African sounds, the song was released on February 17th of this year. A beautiful song that directly touched our feelings.

Alejandro Sanz debuted in the film world with great style and great success. He is the author of the song that gives name to the movie "El Verano Que Vivimos", which was recently

"The docudrama accompanies us on the journey of a man who experienced and overcame the depths of poverty to become a light of hope for kenya and many other territories."

nominated for a 2021 Goya Award for best original song. The song "Mamá Africana" is his second

work

for

the

cinema,

this

time

collaborating in an intense and deep project, "Mully".

Alejandro manages to turn emotion into music and convey the feelings experienced within the film in a sublime way with a message of hope, courage, strength, and a lot of light.

The humanitarian side of Alejandro cannot go unnoticed either, as he has participated and participates in numerous projects and fights daily in the front of many social causes that leave a great impact on our society, which often

lack

the

unconditional

support

of

committed people like Alejandro.

The union between Alejandro and the world of cinema is already a fact. It is special from the first moment and surely we can expect more projects in the near future.

"Mamá Africana" is a tribute to all the mothers of the world and a Dr. Charles M. Mully is known worldwide as one of Africa's most humanitarian figures.

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new

stop

friendship

on with

the

road

my

Alejandro." - Javier Limon

of

brother

ASINDOWN VALENCIA

Photo: Asindown

Photos: Asindown

LUIS PÉREZ

DISTINTOS

"The fact that Asindown made the decision to use film as a tool for visibility, inclusion, and normalization of people with Down Syndrome is something that rarely happens, and allows us filmmakers to be doubly useful, to tell a story that contributes something to society and also entertain helping those in need."

(Josevi García, director of the film).

Photos: Asindown

LA MARE QUE VA Another of the NGO's major campaigns is La Mare que Va, an innovative, unique, and lively project in which the Asindown Foundation has invested a lot of effort and sacrifice.

Every

year,

on

World

Down

Syndrome

Day,

Asindown launches a campaign to commemorate

It is a space for coexistence and awareness where the Asindown Foundation is committed to specialized training in hospitality for people with Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disability while promoting a perfect environment

MARCH 21ST, WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY

for

holding

events,

meetings,

and

gatherings for the business and cultural fabric.

such an important day for the group, and to vindicate all the rights inherent to it with a high informative and informative scope.

This year, Scalpers joined Asindown to create the "Genetically

Rebellious"

T-shirt,

designed

by

young people from the organization. "The rogue Inclusion, social responsibility, and cooperation is the

t-shirt" as they affectionately called it.

engine of new opportunities that make this space the perfect place for the group of people with Down

The boys and girls did a good job of customizing

Syndrome and intellectual disabilities, and companies

the Scalpers skull to their taste and imagination

that are committed to social and labor inclusion find a

in a creative session, and after proposing several

common scenario.

designs to the brand, they achieved a fascinating final result.

They wanted to deliver their rebelliousness, their genetics, and their good vibes and so much so that Alejandro Sanz himself got one of these garments and La Fuerza del Corazón uploaded a flattering photo of the Maestro to their social networks, promoting, once again, the necessary support and collaboration with the foundation.

The T-shirts can be purchased on the Asindown website asindown.org with all proceeds going to the NGO. We

could

be

writing

rivers

of

ink

about

Asindown Valencia for their constant sacrifice and work in favor of boys and girls with Down Syndrome and the invaluable help they provide to families, but we can only conclude with a reflection: We all try, in one way or another, to change the

REINVENTA-T

world, but if you approach these boys and girls, maybe they are the ones who change the world

It should also be noted that Asindown is committed to the

path

of

culture,

reinventing

itself

through

entertainment, and art.

to obtain funding for the development of programs that improve the quality of life of people with Down and

intellectual

disabilities

and

their

families, and on the other hand to bring the reality of the

group

achieving

an

important

work

of

sensitization and social awareness that favors the inclusion of people with functional diversity.

Photo: Asindown

That is why from SIEMPRE we give them an affectionate wink and we offer them our support so that they continue on the path they are

The objective of this path is twofold, on the one hand

Syndrome

to you.

taking, because:

COURAGE

Yes, dear readers, a brave heart.

That of a child born on March 4th, 2011.

His young, first-time parents, had all the brightness of their eyes set on the little piece of life that was soon going to see the light of the world. After his mother Esther became pregnant, her mind was filled with dreams and beautiful projects for the new life that was brewing, and she began preparing both her and her husband for the hard work of preparing bottles, changing diapers and all the logical routine that a baby requires. Yeray was born after a long and complicated birth, and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, a tetraplegic hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, caused by lack of oxygen or reduction of cerebral blood flow to the brain.

After several weeks in the hospital, Yeray began the great journey of visits to other medical centers, doctors, various specialists and therapists. Up to the present day. This is the life of our hero without a cape.

Photos: Yeary's family archive.

His daily life is spent with his parents and his two younger brothers in Badajoz, where they live, receiving his physiotherapy treatments, pedagogical logo and functional ability, and attending the Los Angeles Special Education School in the city of Badajoz.

From the moment of his medical discharge from the hospital where he was born, he has traveled to Seville constantly, where he is treated by specialists of great professional stature in neurology, the digestive system, and pneumology.

CAMINANDO CON YERAY “HEROES WITHOUT CAPES” Thus, Ivan began to play sports with his son and, together with his wife, created the association Caminando con Yeray, with the aim of raising funds for the numerous treatments and also to help other children with the same diagnosis. They opened social networks of the foundation, and with great reach and diffusion, began to build a great support for the little boy.

Yeray has turned ten years old. He is the boy with the constant smile that plays and has fun with his brother and sister, in spite of having such serious illnesses that affect his mobility and speech, and needing very expensive therapies and valuable orthopedic devices, which are fundamental and help him to improve his quality of life.

His parents, Ivan and Esther, live for him and their other two children. Tireless and admirable fighters, they undertook a legal battle that, although lost, they have not completely finished, seeking justice for lives that have been truncated and conditioned forever.

But far from giving up, Ivan and Esther understood that they must go as far as necessary, seeking help to facilitate the burdensome and innumerable expenses that Yeray needs to improve his quality of life and his right to live it in the most dignified way possible.

Iván Bayón posted on social media: "It was my very sporty friend Juan J. Rico, inspired by

that

famous

video

of

the

Hoyts,

the

father who did triathlons with his son with cerebral palsy and by the spirit expressed by

Josef

Ajram

with

"Where's

the

limit?",

who told me to get a car (which would be a gift

from

Josef,

who

became

the

boy's

godfather) and start running with him. I only did soccer, and in the company of Manuel Fernandez

we

Marathon.

I

did

was

the

not

Elvas-Badajoz

prepared

for

Half

such

a

long distance and after 12 km I was already cramping up, but I had to finish with Yeray.

With running, I have a unique opportunity to go out and do sports with my little boy".

Photos: Yeary's family archive.

There are several inclusive "Heroes Without Capes" races organized by the association, with great success of emotions in all of them.

Projected by La Fuerza del Corazón and sponsored by Alejandro Sanz, the little boy participates with a very sophisticated orthopedic device and managed by a group of people, including his father, until he reaches the finish line. They have even done some sprint triathlons. It is absolutely moving to witness any race in which Yeray is driven to the finish line, when in fact it is he, with his light and his smile, who leads the others to achieve their goals.

In 2018, in the Zurich Marathon of Seville, the little warrior completed the last meters walking with the exoskeleton. He was helped by Isco, Alex, and Abel, three of the athletes who collaborate with Yeray in races.

After these activities, Yeray is very happy. He babbles and is very motivated, attempting to express the beautiful emotions experienced. Children like him cannot develop in many activities, but they can develop in a different way because they are human beings who cry, laugh and have feelings.

Alejandro, once again committed to the most vulnerable, gives his solidarity to little Yeray, sponsoring campaigns of Heroes Without Capes, donating a guitar signed by the master to be raffled, spreading other raffles of Sanzeros objects organized by fan clubs to raise funds for the cause, signing Tshirts for sporting events, facilitating ways for treatment, and giving all his love and support to those parents who, without fainting, will go wherever it takes for their eldest son.

On September 11th, 2016, within the Sirope Vivo tour, and as part of the Stone and Music Festival, Alejandro held one of the most memorable concerts of his career in the wonderful surroundings of the Roman Theater of Mérida. The event was tremendously emotional because the master dedicated the evening to Yeray, sitting in the front row of the event next to his parents. On several occasions he gave him winks, mimes, dedicated songs, and addressed the little boy saying phrases like "Yeray has taught me to speak" or "Tonight means a lot to us".

In addition to Alejandro, several personalities, city councils, corporations and renowned artists have collaborated with the cause.

Years have been spent searching for treatments and organizing urban races with the sole and legitimate purpose of defraying the costly amounts generated by the treatments that Yeray must receive to promote a life that was limited at birth.

Because fear should not be given any confidence or advantage.

Because these young parents know everything they must do for the happiness of their son and will never falter in their struggle.

Because Yeray has a great family and many wonderful friends who will always be by his side.

All for that precious smile that is light to the world.

And Yeray knows it. And he will always continue to offer it to us.

Photos: Yeary's family archive.

Photos: Yeary's family archive.

THE MOVIE TURNS 3 YEARS OLD

TODO LO QUE FUÍ ES TODO LO QUE SOY Recorded in 2017, in Jarandilla de la Vera, Extremadura, the special is a long journey in and out of Alejandro Sanz's life, where people who are part of his history gathered to elaborate all the details of this historical show.

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CON LO QUE VINE AYER ES CON LO QUE ME VOY...

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Óscar García Blesa WE CELEBRATED 3 YEARS OF "LO QUE FUI ES LO QUE SOY" WITH ONE OF THE DIRECTORS OF THE FILM.

Interview "Writer, journalist, teacher, executive, and always linked to music. Any new challenge you have pending? "

To keep learning.

SIEMPRE: Hello Oscar, in this edition N4 of our Magazine we celebrate the 3 years of the Documentary "Lo Que Fui Es Lo Que Soy". How was the project born? ÓSCAR: The documentary film project was part of the different activities on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of Más.

Alejandro was celebrating a very important year in his career and the idea of complementing it with an audiovisual piece made perfect sense. The film was a great success, it became the most watched documentary of the year and won a Latin Grammy Award.

SIEMPRE: The level of demand in these projects is always very high. What are the biggest challenges in preparing and executing a project of this magnitude? ÓSCAR: The most difficult thing is probably finding the right narrative tone to make the film enjoyable and interesting. From a production point of view, they are very ambitious projects where there are many teams involved and where the editors, screenwriters, directors, and producers must be perfectly in sync. The whole process was wonderful and we enjoyed it immensely from day one.

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SIEMPRE: Looking at the chronological order of the documentary, it seems that we still have to see a second part, is that so? ÓSCAR: Actually, the film is in reverse chronology that uses the concert at the Vicente Calderón Stadium on the occasion of the 20th anniversary as the backbone of the story. Alejandro's career can be approached from many different angles. There are so many important moments in his career that this project simply took that chronology as the storyline. If a new film were to be made tomorrow, it could be approached from a different perspective and it would also work.

SIEMPRE: Was the title "Lo Que Fui Es Lo Que Soy" the first choice?

Did you discard another title? ÓSCAR: If it wasn't the first... it would be the second... that title was perfect and reflected everything I wanted to convey in the film. Naturally, other titles were considered, such as "Sanz", "Alejandro", "Más es más", "Viviendo deprisa", "Pisando fuerte"... but the truth is that none of them was as good as LQFELQS. SIEMPRE: What aspects did you want to highlight in "Lo que fui es lo que soy"? ÓSCAR: Essentially the journey of a boy who has the dream of writing songs. Basically, that's the story told in the film; the adventure of a kid from a neighborhood who, armed with a guitar, conquers the world with his songs. Naturally that journey is not an easy one and that is what the documentary tries to explain. The best summary of the film is when Alejandro tells his mother that he wants to dedicate himself to music and she replies that "musicians are one in a million"...and Alejandro replies "yes, but I am that one in a million". That is the essence of the documentary, to fight to achieve a dream.

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SIEMPRE: The recording coincided with the preparation of #MásEsMás. Double dose of nerves and excitement. How did you live those earlier days?

SIEMPRE: In the elaboration process you had to spend a lot of time with Alejandro, how was the involvement of both of you in the project?

ÓSCAR: Well, as you mentioned, with a mixture of hope and some nerves. It was (and still is) a historic concert and we worked for many months so that the result would be memorable. It's nice when you meet people who say "I was at the Más es Más concert". Over the years it will be a historical landmark in Spanish music.

ÓSCAR: Alejandro had been very involved in the final details of #Vive so we were in almost constant contact. The shooting with Alejandro for the film took place almost entirely during the rehearsals of "Más es Más" and Alejandro was involved 100% That shows in the film.

SIEMPRE: You have already worked with Alejandro on several projects, the documentary "Lo que fui es lo que soy", the biography #VIVE, and recently the documentary film "El Mundo Fuera". What's next, do you have something in mind that can be told?

We are always working on what's next... We have very exciting projects in mind and hopefully very soon things will be unveiled.

Alejandro is an engine in permanent combustion that always generates ideas and exciting projects".

SIEMPRE: How is the someone like Alejandro?

day-to-day

.

SIEMPRE: Along with the documentary film, the soundtrack was released. How did you choose the songs?

Working with Alejandro is a pleasure. Being close to a number one is a privilege and the only thing you can do with him is learn."

ÓSCAR: It was simple. If you look at it, it's a selection of the best moments of the film interspersed with some dialogues and artists that influenced Alejandro such as Paco de Lucia or Leño. The soundtrack I think has a great emotional value by including a song performed by his father or the demo version of Corazón Partío, a naked version, the embryo of one of the best songs of all time.

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life

with

Photo Bernardo Doral

"Sitting with my guitar in front of the light cannon, I discovered that my shadow is the part of me that even light despises."

Alejandro

Sanz's

first

acoustic

album,

From a very young age, Alejandro had a natural

titled"Básico", was recorded in 1993 and released

talent. He was born for the world of music and

in 1994. Initially the CD was released in a limited

music was born for him. With a lot of love, study,

edition, recorded in a more intimate setting, with a

and dedication, success was a matter of time. It

unique selection of songs from Alejandro's first

was evident that Alejandro's career would fly to

two albums, "Viviendo Deprisa" and the recently

every corner of the planet.

released "Si Tú Me Miras".

Prior to the recording of "Básico", Alejandro had The recording of the album was in collaboration

released the album "Si Tú Me Miras", which in spite

with "Los 40 Principales", who were previously

of being a high level album with brilliant songs and

inspired by the television channel "MTV", which

with a slightly different, more mature Alejandro

launched a musical format known worldwide as

than the first album (leaving aside the impressive

"MTV Unplugged" and which was a great success

purity

with great artists at the time. In Spain, "Los 40"

Deprisa"), it didn't have the success expected at

gave the name "Concierto Básico" to this show

that time. "Si Tú Me Miras" sold less than the first

format.

album, even with its gigantic potential.

"We did a test with Los 40, trying to insist on the message that he played, sang, composed..., that we had a great artist and not just a pretty face that sang" - José Luis Delapeña.

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he

had

in

the

recording

of

"Viviendo

Challenges are part of any artist's career and it was no different with Alejandro, who had the support of people who were fundamental in the process

between

"Si

Tú

Me

recording and release of "Básico".

Miras"

and

the

"What am I?" is always my greatest question. I am the

What came next we already know: Alejandro

result of the additions and subtractions of the people

became one of the leading names in Spanish-

who I surround myself with, that's why I can't forget the regular ones. Those of you who are in the shadows inventing the light. To my brother Jesus for

language music, with the success of "MÁS" that forever changed the history of music in Spain; the album "Básico" was re-released on May 26, 1998 .

not acting as an elder, to those who trust me, to those

"How do you measure success? In prizes, in ticket

who have the strength to believe in love again after

sales, in record sales? My prize is when I go on stage

years of not believing in it.

and hear fifty thousand souls singing one of my songs.

... Writing is nothing more than bringing out the

The rest is just decoration. It's all very well, we

poetic part that lives in the routine, so thanks to

celebrate it. But success is when someone tells you

those who come to me as a friend. " - Alejandro Sanz

that your lyrics or song changed their life."- Alejandro Sanz

The opportunity to record five tracks of "Viviendo Deprisa" and five of "Si Tú Me Miras" in acoustic form was a key moment. A limited edition of forty thousand copies was released and sold very well in Spain and Latin America.

Ten

songs

are

part

of

"Básico"

which

was

produced by Nacho Maño: "Mi Primera Canción"; "Pisando Fuerte"; "Que no te Daría Yo"; "Si Tú Me Miras"; "Como Te Echo de Menos"; "Los Dos Cogidos de la Mano"; "Tu Letra Podré Acariciar"; "A Golpes Contra el Calendario"; "Se Le Apagó la "Básico" allows us to travel to the past, to the

Luz" and "Viviendo Deprisa".

present and also to the future; songs that are It is worth mentioning the song "Volver a Sevilla",

present in our lives like the air we breathe, that

although sang in acoustic, was never released.

are part of the soundtrack of each one of us.

Songs that tell stories, the stories of our lives.

The

purpose

of

"Básico"

was

fulfilled

with

excellence, delivering the message that Sanz's

Sanz with his music transformed the life of each

team wanted to show at the time: an artist,

one of us with his sung poetry and "Básico" is a

musician and composer who would travel to high

beautiful part of our history with Alejandro that

places.

will last forever!

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Siempre es de Noche From the hand of the director…

Porque mis ojos son tu voz...

This is one of the many songs by Alejandro Sanz that makes you travel and think that love doesn't have much reason. Love is a universal feeling and yet everyone feels and lives it in a very particular way. Like Alejandro's songs, which are universal, they can be felt and lived in many different ways.

"Siempre es de Noche" tells a love story that has no limits. With metaphors, the poet narrates a conversation between two people who are meeting and falling in love. We realize through the song that he's blind, but the lady in his company describes her own qualities as a sunset. He lets himself be guided by her voice, listening to her attentively and contemplating the beauty he can only feel.

Passion becomes a burning desire as described by the poet "my hands will draw you, your scent will tell me your age."

Although he cannot see her, there is a flame burning inside him that feeds all the emotions that may exist within him towards her; everything he imagined became an illusion that made him forget that for him "it is always night".

Love is incredibly attractive and has a force that makes human beings live in a parallel reality. The poet narrates this loving force that for a moment makes him abandon his "eternal darkness", as the song describes how now he can see the light through this woman.

When two bodies touch and become one, darkness ceases to exist.

El cielo tiene nombre, tu nombre... Qué no daría yo por contemplarte aunque fuera un sólo instante..."

One of the strongest phrases of the song is "Que no daría yo por contemplarte, aunque fuera un solo instante”. It expresses his desire to be able to contemplate the woman of his life after transforming her darkness into an unforgettable sunset.

The second part of the song reveals that this love is also a forbidden desire, as she has someone waiting for her at home. This is one of those moments when love cannot separate emotion from reason, and with that flame burning inside her he asks her if tomorrow she will come back, as she did every evening to be with him.

Then, for the first time, a third person appears in the song who was watching the possible farewell from a distance, and then Alejandro positions himself from her point of view answering the questions she was asking him about her: "She was beautiful, wasn't she? and he answered "more than the moon" and then he smiled...

And then she left... her reasons for not returning may be many; we can imagine a million of them, and we will never know. However, what we have no doubt about is that she was part of him, part of every sunrise and sunset. She made him live through a different perspective and there is no reason to condemn this burning desire he felt for her, even though he knew she had someone else.

It's not possible to stop love and just live as if it doesn't exist, is it?

The song continues to tell the story of this man who, although he lost his sunset in this woman, did not fail to see the light in his eternal darkness, "because his soul today shines brighter than a million suns". It was something that did not depend only on him, but he had strength and reasons to continue living as the poet expresses.

Love transcends each verse, taking us to move within each word and feeling expressed here.

Alejandro's songs transmit everything that we cannot describe with exact words, which is why it's not a decree but an open space to travel.

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SIEMPRE: Your latest work is a great success, how do you see your return to the stage after COVID-19?

CAMILA: Actually, I have mixed feelings.

On the one hand, this time has served me very well because I have been able to enjoy my family, and be in one place for a long time, which was something I have missed a lot in these six years. On the other hand, I really miss the human contact, seeing the fans face to face and hugging them and sharing stories, being on stage and feeling that unique energy, which is so inspiring and necessary for us.

SIEMPRE: Your collaboration with Alejandro in "Mi persona Favorita" made us all fall in love with it. It also obtained a lot of success and recognition, among them 2 Latin Grammys, how did you receive all that?

CAMILA: You can imagine how happy I was to win my

SIEMPRE: What moment would you highlight?

CAMILA: Uff... so many!!!! I loved that while we were working I had the opportunity to get to know Alejandro not only as an artist, but as a partner, friend, and

loving

father.

Another

beautiful moment was sharing a

first Latin Grammy for a

stage with him in Madrid, that

collaboration with a friend.

was a dream come true.

SIEMPRE: Camila, in your words, how would you define Alejandro?

CAMILA: As a very special being and dedicated to his music and to life. Our connection was there from the first moment, it was as if we had known each other all our lives. All the time I was asking him questions and asking him for advice, I learned a lot. We always had a lot of fun, as you do when you are with a great friend.

SIEMPRE: How was the process of writing and recording "Mi Persona Favorita"?

It was wonderful. At times I wanted to pinch myself, because I couldn't believe I was on a couch, writing a song with someone I admire so much. It was also an especially emotional experience, because we were dedicating the song to his little girl and my little sister."

SIEMPRE: Can you share any anecdotes from the filming of the video clip with the fans?

CAMILA: I don't remember anything in particular, just that we had a lot of fun recording it.

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Eres como el sol, sales sin razón dando luz y calma...

SIEMPRE: Cuba is full of talent at all levels.

From the outside, do you think it is recognized?

CAMILA: Cuba... Cuba is a very small island with an immense musical heritage. There has been and there is a lot of talent. Its music is not only known abroad, but it has had a great influence on the music of many other countries. Unfortunately, it is not easy for Cuban artists to make their way and become known outside the country and even so, they aren't recognized as much as they deserve to be.

Nevertheless, musicians continue working and creating, as they have always done, because there is no Cuban who can live without music.

SIEMPRE: Which of Alejandro's songs would you like to sing with him?

SIEMPRE: What are you working on right now, and can you share something with our readers?

CAMILA: This is a very difficult question, there would be many...

I couldn't say just one. Well, let's see, my friend... Corazón Partío...

Cuando nadie me ve ve... and the last ones, No tengo nada.

CAMILA: I'm working on my new

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album, which I hope to show you soon.

SIEMPRE: Finally, we would like to say that we would love to see a new collaboration with you in the future.

Can we dream about CAMILA: Of course, it would be wonderful for me and I am sure Alejandro would like it too. We will have to think about when.

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#ELDISCO

2 YEARS We are never the same after listening to each new album by Alejandro Sanz. Each song has the power to move the deepest feelings within us, and makes every heart burn with the emotion it provokes in us.

April 2019 came and the sun shined... it shined with the strength of a million auroras.

It was for one reason only; one of the most awaited and important releases of the year for music saw the light: #ElDisco, Sanz's twelfth studio album.

In this album, we can see his unmistakable essence: a mix of incredible sounds and collaborations that make this work all the more special. #El Disco was produced by two great friends and colleagues of Alejandro Sanz: Julio Reyes Copello and Alfonso Pérez.

THE STORY OF THIS NEW ALBUM BEGAN WITH THE CREATION AND COMPOSITION OF NEW MELODIES...

"Today's a very ugly selfie... baggy eyes from study, from writing until the wee hours of the morning, from painting, from thinking, from feeling, from squeezing my memory and my imagination

looking

for

the

names

that have the emotions that I want to

transmit.

Baggy

eyes

from

wanting to do my job well for you #ElDisco."

- Alejandro Sanz

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Every great project demands great commitment and dedication. These qualities have accompanied Alejandro since the beginning of his career, so it was no different with #ElDisco. After a 4 year wait

NO TENGO NADA

between "Sirope" and early mornings in the company of his muses, once again we were lucky enough to live another exciting chapter of our history with him.

WHY #ELDISCO? "It

seems

to

endangered what

me

animal,

format

themselves

that

are

or

an

as

we

how

going

album

to

don't

the be

is

an

know

albums known

in

three years. You can call #ElDisco before it disappears and so at least it stays with that name. Aside from the album, people always

talk

about

the

album

when

it

doesn't have a name, they ask you 'How's the album going?', 'What are you going to do on the album?'. Well, it's #ElDisco and that's it.

- Alejandro Sanz The title #ElDisco couldn’t be more authentic, could it?

The first single from the album was the song "No Tengo Nada", which released worldwide on November 30th, 2018 along with the official video clip.

The song quickly reached millions of views on YouTube. The music video was recorded in Miami and produced by Jaume de Laiguana.

The song is a reflection on the human being's need to own things, when in reality, we have no control nor do we truly own anything. True happiness is not in the things we can touch, but in the happiness of loving each other.

The video clip shows the need for a hug when people are immersed in everyday loneliness. It is precisely that moment in which Alejandro reminds us that although it may seem that they have nothing, the reality is that they are owners of the most important thing: Love. That love that cannot be bought, only lived and felt.

The single reached the top of the charts in 10 different countries.

"El Disco was born out of mutual learning... for months we became accomplices. He has been teaching me as I was growing, like someone who

goes

begins

to

through be

the

aware

of

stages the

each phase." - Alejandro Sanz

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of

a

life

and

extraordinary

of

BACK IN THE CITY The fusion between rhythms is what gives life to the second single of the album. Alejandro joins his voice with the American Nicky Jam, breaking the barrier

"Back In The City" conveys the innovative fusion of styles and sounds of #ElDisco. Alejandro clearly shows us his musical abilities and his tireless search for new sounds and colors, a musical essence that naturally integrates all his identity, which he brings into his compositions.

between musical genres. A mix between pop, urban music, flamenco, and salsa.

Filled with energy, the song explores a universal emotion and feeling. It talks about tearing down walls to keep all doors open, while discussing people who, for some reason, had to leave their country but wish to return one day. There is nothing more powerful than the desire to return home.

The recording of the music video was done between the months of March and October 2018, at Art House Studios and Mow Studios in Miami.

MI PERSONA FAVORITA The third single is undoubtedly one of the most special of Alejandro's career, not only for the magnificent collaboration with Cuban singer Camilla Cabello, but also for dedicating the song to his daughter Alma, "to whom I had not yet dedicated a song...", revealed Alejandro.

The release of the song was a success on all digital platforms. Number 1 in several countries, including non-Spanish speaking countries such as Brazil and the United States. This song has once again marked the identity of Sanz.

The song conveys a message to reflect on: Love does not understand colors or races.

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An authentic and beautiful declaration of intentions which conveys love as an unstoppable feeling that transcends any barrier.

The music video was filmed in a recording studio in an original and simple way: Alejandro and Camila appear singing together during the video, while another part was filmed with anonymous couples with a diversity of styles and ages.

"The first song on #ElDisco is "El Trato", one of

#ELDISCO #ELDISCO

those songs that maintains the charm with which Alejandro

touched

and

moved

everyone

twenty-

five years ago and that still has us excited. The same

After the release of three singles, which

fueled

the

anxiety

happens

with

the

song

"No

Tengo

Nada",

which continues to give us poetry in each verse, a

of

kind of poetry that leads us to imagine that same

everyone awaiting the album, the most awaited day of the year for all

boy

the fans arrived. It was April 5th,

room.

midnight

when

transmits in this album are the many "houses" he

#ElDisco was punctually available

has around the world, the different places where

on all digital platforms.

he put down roots, the origins and the adoptive

Spanish

time

twenty

years

Another

ago

onr

of

composing the

alone

messages

in

that

his

Sanz

places that marked him. He pays tribute to all of

#ElDisco has ten songs: "El Trato";

them with "Te Canto un Son" and "Azúcar en un

"Mi Persona Favorita"; "No Tengo

Bowl"...

Nada"; "Te Canto un Son"; "Los

René

Lugares"; "Back in the City"; "Este

Alejandro

(Residente)

also in

has

the

the

song

collaboration

"Los

Lugares"

of

and

Judit Neddermann in "Este Segundo", perhaps the

Segundo"; "Azúcar en un Bowl"; "It's Ok"; and "Te Canto un Son, Binaural

most intimate collaboration of the album, with a

mix."

mixture of Catalan and Spanish."

This

album

Alejandro inner

reflects

carries

learning,

all

inside, and

that

all all

his his

experiences the years of his career.

Witnessing how it was growing, how this absolute madness was taking shape and

Each song is special to each one of

maturing

us, always with open doors for

artists, musicians, ideas... Each musician

interpretation.

It

is

always

a

beautiful journey from the first chord to the last.

that

with

appeared

its

mix

of

brought

us

caressed us, embraced us...

- Alejandro Sanz Photo: Reproduced from the internet

rhythms

and

something,

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GRAMMY'S In short time, #ElDisco consolidated its position as number one on the Spanish charts: it

#ElDisco was nominated in the "Best Latin Pop Album" category at the Grammy Awards and won!

remained for 8 weeks as the best-selling album in the country.

Among

the

numerous

awards

the

album

received, the eight nominations in the 2019 edition

of

the

Latin

Grammy's

stand

out

especially, with seven being related to #ElDisco.

In two categories, Sanz contested against himself, winning in the "Song of the Year" and "Recording of the Year" categories with "Mi Persona Favorita".

No wonder Alejandro is considered the King of the Grammy's, not only Latin Awards.

Gold and Platinum Discs for the countries he has toured with enormous success and passion.

A story that was not born from nothing, but was tattooed in the soul of each one of us. It was not with ink, nor with a pen, but with memories that can never be extinguished.

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#LAGIRA

If there is were unforgettable day, it would be June 15th, 2019, when Alejandro presented La Gira in Madrid

The success of #ElDisco turned into private shows: #LaGira.

at

the

Wanda

Metropolitano

stadium.

Alejandro was the first Spanish singer to perform a concert with full occupancy in the stadium.

It is worth noting that he was the last artist to perform at the Vicente Calderón Stadium of Atlético de Madrid and the first to perform in the new stadium of the Madrid club, now the modern Wanda Metropolitano, with capacity for more than 60 thousand people. A true spectacle.

A gala night with performances at the height of what that night deserved: Pablo Alborán (No tengo Nada); Dani Martín (Lo que fui es lo que soy); Camila Cabello (Mi Persona Favorita); the dancer Sara Baras, with two other important figures in Flamenco, Sara Sánchez and El Carpeta.

The DVD under the name #LaGiraDeElDisco was recorded that night and is available on Amazon Prime.

Alejandro started #LaGira in Spain with 5 mega concerts, a brutal production. The first concert was on June 1st at the Benito Villamarín Stadium and was attended by more than 45 thousand people, with an impeccable sound and light show.

Two days before performing in Barcelona, #ElDisco was awarded a Double Platinum Record.

The second concert, held on June 8th, was hosted at Barcelona at the Cornellà-El Prat Stadium, full of fans passionate about Sanz's music. The tickets were sold out many days before and gathered more than 40 thousand spectators.

The surprise of the night was to see Shakira take the stage to perform "La Tortura". Alejandro welcomed his friend with the warmth of the Barcelona audience.

"I

have

read

that

to

be

touched

by

the

happiness of another is to be doubly happy.

Yesterday I was each one of you and you were in me. Thank you, madmen of my soul."

- Alejandro Sanz

Photo: Gonzalo Marques

The fourth night of #LaGira was held in the city of

ALEJANDRO

Elche, with the participation of Pablo Lopéz, Vanesa Martín, India Martinez, Marta Soto and Judit

Neddermann,

and

an

audience

that

surrendered to the magic of Alejandro.

The last night of the first stage of concerts in Spain ended in Santiago de Compostela, in great style, just as it began. The greatness of Alejandro Sanz cannot be measured in words; he is immeasurable as both a person and as an artist.

Then after that stage of five concerts in Spain, the success of #ElDisco continued in the United States: sixteen concerts, sixteen nights that we will carry with us for eternity.

The third leg of the Tour was held in Mexico with twelve

concerts

exceeding

expectations,

as

Alejandro is always able to surprise us in a positive way taking us to another unthought of dimension.

2020 arrived and #LaGira landed in Latin America to brighten the lives of Latinos. Nine concerts in six countries up until the moment of stoppage due to the COVID-19 pandemic. #LaGira reflects all the success that #ElDisco generated for each of us and for the music world.

El Disco and I have endured each other, yelled at each other, shouted at each other, got angry, insulted each other; however, it has been worth it all and more, if that is possible; it has healed my wounds and moved every fiber of my being.

When

something

becomes

extraordinary

it

is

really hard to name it. El Disco is a soundscape reinventing what has already been invented or not

invented.

reasoning

There

that

is

can

no

formula,

define

it.

scheme,

That's

why

or I

decided to name it as he wanted... #ELDISCO.

#ELDISCO is only what's important, what gives me

strength,

it's

the

people

with

a

beautiful

heart, what makes us be together. I don't want 'indispensable', because only we are.

Every note, every chord, moan, and melody of #ElDisco has a unique purpose and it's so that you'll like it. I don't write for anyone but us, my soul people."

- Alejandro Sanz Photos: Reproduced from the internet

SIEMPRE: After three albums on the market you have the opportunity to collaborate with Alejandro Sanz in #ElDisco with the song "Este segundo". Can you tell us how this collaboration came about and what it was like to record it together?

JUDIT: I was astonished when Guiomar Roglán came to see me at a concert and told me that she was a friend of Alejandro Sanz and that he wanted to collaborate with me. After a month, he called me himself and explained the idea of the song. I felt very lucky and when I heard the song I thought it was beautiful. We recorded it from a distance, but I think we understand it so well that it feels like we are right there recording together. It's been an incredible opportunity in my career. When the album came out and I listened to the whole thing I couldn't stop crying from the emotion!

Hearing my voice next to his? Oh my gosh.

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SIEMPRE: What did it feel like being onstage with Alejandro on #LaGira?

JUDIT: It was very surprising for me because I had spent the previous two or three weeks nervous and suffering a bit because I had a cold, so I didn't know if my voice would be ready. When I arrived at the stadium his team treated us wonderfully and when I went on stage I remember Alejandro introduced me with so much affection and was waiting for me with a smile that made me feel a unique calm and happiness! As if we had sung many times. I'll always remember those days, they were magical!

SIEMPRE: What inspires you most in Alejandro Sanz? As a person and as a musician.

JUDIT: I am inspired by his songs, his band, the way he sings from the soul (so sincere and you can feel his passion for music), his leadership skills, his sympathy, his sense of humor and his generosity.

SIEMPRE: If you could choose one song to sing with him, which would it be and why?

JUDIT: "Este segundo" haha. I love "Quisiera ser", it's one of my favorites in the world!

SIEMPRE: What are you working on now? Can you give us a preview?

JUDIT: I am writing new songs, and at the moment, they're very happy songs!

SIEMPRE: We've all been through some difficult times since last year because of the issue of the pandemic. How do you feel when you walked on stage today? Is the feeling the same or has anything changed?

JUDIT: The sensation of going the stage now is one of conscious happiness; before, I think that when I entered the stage I felt happy to be able to be there, but it was very normalized and I didn't think that this could not be so. Now I feel that really being able to get on one is a real privilege and I have to make the most of it every time.

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G i r a a L SPAIN

USA

Seville, Barcelona, Madrid, Elche,

Chicago,

and Santiago

Orlando, Miami, Dallas, El Paso, San Antonio, San

New

McAllen,

Diego,

Los

York,

Houston, Angeles,

Fairfax,

Denver, Phoenix,

and San Jose.

SOUTH AMERICA

MEXICO Chicago,

New

York,

Fairfax,

Lima, Asunción, Montevideo, Buenos

Orlando, Miami, Dallas, El Paso, San

Aires, Santiago, Mostazal, Quito,

Antonio,

and Cuenca.

San

McAllen,

Diego,

Los

Houston, Angeles,

and San Jose.

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Denver, Phoenix,

Volveremos TRAVEL

JUST

TO

GIVE

YOU

A

KISS

#LaGira has passed through many cities and countries with impressive energy, earning thousands of hearts around the world. A spectacular concert with all the lyrics and meanings.

When Alejandro is present, we are never alone.

He is the strength and energy that invites us to keep on dreaming and to live life even with all these unexpected twists and turns.

When it comes to Alejandro Sanz, we can always expect the best, even at the highest and most demanding level of excellence. He did what he always does: move us from the first second, in every detail we contemplated the affection and love he feels for music and for us, the fans.

But we have a certainty in our hearts:

We experienced moments of great joy during each stage of #LaGira and we continue with the hope of returning soon.

Suddenly we woke up and the world was not the same, overnight we were forced to leave our dreams momentarily parked.

Feelings of helplessness, fear, and anguish have taken up space in our hearts.

But at all times Alejandro was present inside each of us with his music and entered our homes with #LaGiraSeQuedaEnCasa; a window of hope suddenly opened and propelled us to live each day with strength and courage.

Photos: Reproduced from the internet

It's already been a little over a year since the last #LaGira concert, in Ecuador.

We will be back...

Making our dreams come true...

To live our unforgettable nights of concerts...

Singing every song as if it were the first time and not the last...

Getting excited with every chord...

Feeling the energy that only Alejandro has the power to transmit... v o l v e r e m o s . . .

A

s e r

c o m o

é r a m o s

a n t e s

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Alejandro,

You live within us

Photo: Gonzalo Marques

The fourth edition is another big step in our history with you, Alejandro.

We learned, we evolved, we overcame adversities, and we concluded another edition with the same illusion of the first day.

You live inside us.

Your music transcends and designs our days with joy, taking us to know another dimension of our feelings and ourselves.

As human beings we are also sensitive, we need a constant daily strength to keep our feet nailed to the ground.

It is like a bird that flies freely without fear.

Each song tells a story, heals broken hearts, and transforms the lives of those who listen.

No matter how big the storm outside, your music is the certainty that we are never alone... and always protected.

We are not the same as before; we go through constant changes and your music is present at every stage of these transformations, because your music lives inside us.

Words are superfluous when it comes to you, Alejandro, as it isn't possible to express the dimension of this love which has no explanation.

In the midst of a restless and uncertain world, we find a refuge and a strength that allows us to breathe free: your music, Alejandro.

Art is in you and the world is much more beautiful because you are in it.

Your music is a refuge, a safe place to live... an island of peace in the midst of chaos.

The N4 edition is pure poetry because it is full of you.

It is like a strong embrace that dispels all fears

Gratitude.

LARISSA FECHER, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF THE MAGAZINE

Photos: Reproduced from the internet

Photos: Reproduced from the internet