Just four months after the Pureza tour in Parallel 62 wrapped up, new material is already in the works. There is no dormant year between projects.
I’m not that person. On days off, I work on an Alto cielo epé between concerts and also focus on an upcoming album. Yet four tracks emerged with a clear concept that wouldn’t fit into the LP because they would get lost there. I also wanted to create a film.
Alto cielo is described as a 15-minute video album that tells a story.
Born between the eighties and the new millennium, this generation has seen divorce become commonplace, grandmothers endure, and mothers say “so far.” We discussed polygamy and open relationships, yet love still finds us, even for those who doubt it.
Ultimately, the most radical act is to fall in love.
Total. Let it go. Ending a relationship isn’t ownership; it’s a choice to guard one’s heart. In this epé, the aim was to show a willingness to pursue love even when the odds are slim, acknowledging the moments when destinies break and the market pressures of romance and bodies push for brief flings rather than lasting connection. The message challenges the notion that love should be consumed first and foremost, reminding audiences that genuine affection still matters. That is the essence of this epé.
The four songs journey through stages, from the fear of falling in love to finding balance after a broken relationship.
The final track, Aurora, captures the moment of recognizing the gift of being able to love. Fire and passion endure as a candlelight flame, carrying something from every love experience. It’s a reminder of the value of having lived through it all.
Is this message aimed at a younger audience?
Yes, because there’s a noticeable gap there. Friends go out seeking casual encounters every week, and the freedom to do so feels strained. Casual sex is overhyped. It takes courage to fall in love, to be wrong, and to feel intense emotions.
Now that short-form formats dominate platforms like TikTok, is a longer, more contemplative format worth pursuing?
Distinguishing between formats matters. Dancers may chase quick fame, while movies can still be crafted with depth on a phone, but real cinema invites attentive viewers. It was essential to offer opportunities to new actors and actresses rather than rely on familiar faces. The project demonstrates that artists can lead full-scale productions, not just perform as consumer images.
There is no Cuban influence on this recording and it leans quite electronic in its approach.
Don’t save me keeps a tango edge, Aurora features a baton feel, and Purity avoided excessive electronics to prevent overload. Alto cielo gathers what was planted in the artist’s garden rather than chasing every bright, shiny thing. Influences include Camarón and La Niña de los Peines, Bernarda, and Fernanda de Utrera, alongside global pop voices like Missy Elliott, Queen Latifah, and Christina Aguilera. Even when reinventing, the roots remain in view.
Is there a drive to revolutionize music?
There is a sense of movement, though revolution is a loaded word. Every generation brings change, and this one is no exception. Behind the scenes stand numerous musicians, composers, producers, and arrangers—many of whom stay out of the spotlight yet shape what arrives on the stage.
The conversation touches on community, but a certain star and diva persona remains in the public eye.
Indeed, there is a strong stage presence. The artist embraces that visibility and works hard to deliver polished performances. The focus remains on the broader community, yet the creator acknowledges the personal effort that fuels the project and its realization from start to finish.