What unites him with his colleague David Krahe, with whom they shared a concert in Alaró next Friday?
David and he share an intuitive bond where silence often speaks louder than words. They work as if they were one mind in two bodies, so aligned that glances can skip the talk. It isn’t merely admiration for a rising virtuoso; it’s a friendship built over years—from solo projects to joint recordings and shared live shows. Today, they stand as close collaborators and best friends, trusted collaborators who bring a tireless work ethic to Los Enemigos.
Their music feels timeless. The band’s songs address enduring themes that persist beyond any era, from the 1990s to today, including critiques of violence and examinations of rigid beliefs. These subjects have never aged out of relevance, and their recurring presence helps render the music immortal.
Can a song’s closing moment endure? The belief is nuanced. A track might feel complete, yet a note can linger in memory and imagination, pulling at the heartstrings like a scene captured on film. The writer often visualizes lyrics as photographs, choosing the framing rather than the subject, a process that ensures the song resonates with new listeners. Creativity flows from shared material, and since everyone is made from similar stuff, there’s good reason to believe this song will reach even more people.
Earlier this week, the topic of Primo de Rivera’s exhumation drew attention elsewhere. His stance is understated by choice, preferring silence over commentary on issues outside his current focus. Travel and songcraft have kept him away for a time, but his perspective remains clear in other spheres as needed.
Music serves as a shelter in hostile times. It provides purpose and reassurance, a way to remember rather than forget. The claim is simple and enduring: music exists to offer endurance when surroundings feel oppressive, a reminder not to let memory fade.
What is hoped for in the upcoming elections? The expectation is straightforward: the rightward bloc did not secure a decisive win, and the division within the left remains evident. The person believes the outcome should ideally favor choices that reject methods and premises associated with the far right, while recognizing the ongoing political rifts that will unfold in the aftermath.
Was Madrid left behind to escape a changing climate, or personal reasons motivated the move? The move was personal and practical, following a change in appearance. The person now resides on the outskirts of Barcelona and continues to visit Madrid frequently to look after a mother still there.
Are big cities losing their appeal? Not at all, though the countryside offers a quick escape at times. A nearby natural setting, Serralada de Marina, remains within a short walk for moments when stillness is needed.
How was Sant Jordi celebrated while living in Barcelona? The day began with travel, so the celebration happened in the afternoon. A rose was bought for a wife, and a book surfaced—an autobiography by Mel Brooks—that promised plenty of humor and entertainment.
How is balance maintained between Los Enemigos and the 2022 solo and collective concerts? The year was busy and rewarding, a deep dive into a discography, crafting special performances and adding new songs to the repertoire. It’s a valuable exercise, and there’s hope to record new material once summer ends.
Have some songs ever been filmed? Not really. Most songs stay in motion, sparking where least expected. The key is to keep the antenna up, stay alert, and collect impressions. It’s a constant hunt for ideas, much like chasing butterflies—one never knows where the next spark will land.
What about emerging rock if a younger musician reads this interview? There’s admiration for current acts and a belief that many groups now offer compelling work. While the writer supports several new talents, what is missing, in the view here, is more infrastructure to help artists get their voices heard and their work seen by a wider audience.