The group is entering a reflective phase, letting their surface emotions guide them as they breathe, gain perspective, and consider what lies ahead. They have carried a decade of growth, and now they are stepping back to rest and contemplate a future with fresh possibilities. A pause is intentional, a chance to reset and reopen new pathways for what comes next.
Was this the best moment to pause, given that their latest record is barely a year old?
The pause isn’t about the most recent album. It stems from a long history the group carries, a sense that they are still young with much to say, while also pursuing personal projects inside and outside music.
This marks a shift away from the current industry dynamics.
The band seeks to write songs free from the pressure of rapid release schedules, away from the demanding machinery that pushes for quick results. The aim is to create music without fixed deadlines, allowing ideas to mature without haste.
Will this affect the group’s numbers or momentum?
They do not expect harm. Fans may bid farewell during the tour, while others will eagerly rediscover their music upon the group’s return. The break is a necessary measure to avoid constant activity and to step back from the relentless cycle that surrounds them.
What can you tell us about the tour?
What will the tour involve?
The crew has been wrapping up concert details over recent weeks. They are fine-tuning the core songs that will anchor the route and have also recorded a new track that captures the pause and lends its name to the tour.
Why is this tour expected to be special?
Because the band never stopped touring. They have been on the road from the start, and every show will feel like a farewell. They will say goodbye wherever they go, not knowing when they will return. It will be a celebratory departure, a farewell party on stage and off.
Was the stop necessary?
Decision-making came easily as a unit. There were no internal conflicts; on the contrary, it felt essential to pause and miss the elements that surrounded them. Working at a breakneck pace left little time to reflect on experiences. Pausing helps keep feet on the ground and deepens gratitude for what has been achieved.
Has supporting a band like Smoking Souls taken a toll mentally?
From the outside, the surface might look effortless, but behind the scenes is steady, daily work by many people who aren’t always in the spotlight but contribute to the project. They have been fortunate to sustain themselves by making music in their own language, Valencian, which adds its own set of challenges. Yet they are grateful to earn a living from it today.
Have there been fears about leaving the group early?
The band has faced difficult moments, especially during the pandemic when the previous album, translucent, was released as the world paused. Economic strain, mental health challenges, and debt weighed heavy. They persevered because they believed in the music and refused to allow the situation to end their journey.
“Singing in Valencian always makes things a little harder and we’re lucky to be able to make a living from it.”
Is the Valencian music scene deflated?
The belief is that Valencian music is not regressing. These are stages of growth. This year they toured Mexico and found new fans across Latin America. They closed the season with performances at the WiZink Center in Madrid and the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona, venues attesting to the reach of their language and sound. Valencian music is maturing and finding its shape after an early, formative phase.
Turning off the lights at the WiZink Center was a rare privilege.
It represents a lifetime achievement: performing in Madrid at full capacity in Valencian, in front of thousands, and bidding farewell to Desakato’s peers. It stands as a triumph for punk, rock, and Valencian culture, proving that alternative music with a strong social voice can command major stages when self-direction and autonomy are embraced.
Is self-management a political stance?
Politics permeates their work. Self-management aligns with their values, and they maintain close ties with social movements they support. They prefer creative control over any arrangement that would censor or limit their voice.
Looking ahead to the tour, will it mark a farewell to Alicante?
The schedule is filling up with new concert dates at venues and festivals, and more announcements are coming. While specifics remain to be confirmed, a date in the Alicante region is expected.