Colombian singer Juanes is preparing for his upcoming tour in Barcelona, where he will present his latest album “Origen”.
Promoter The Project has confirmed that the concert will take place at the Palau de la Música Catalana on September 6, and tickets will be available starting this Tuesday.
“Origen” has been a great success for Juanes, with double awards at the Grammy Awards, where he won the Latin Grammy for Best Pop Rock Album and the Grammy for Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album.
In this album, the singer pays tribute to his roots and to the musicians he admires, such as Juan Luis Guerra, Joe Arroyo, Julio Jaramillo or Carlos Gardel.
Juanes has announced that his repertoire for this tour will include both his classics and new songs from “Origen”.
In addition to his concert in Barcelona, the Colombian singer has also scheduled performances in Marbella and Zaragoza for the same month.
Juanes at El Palau with his latest album “Origen”.
The Palau de la Música Catalana is one of the most emblematic places in Barcelona, known for its impressive modernist architecture.
Since its inauguration in 1908, the Palau has been the venue for numerous concerts and cultural events. In fact, it has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
And for Juanes to perform and sing his music on this stage is a privilege.
Juan Esteban Aristizábal, Juanes, is one of the most popular and successful Latin artists in the world, with nine gold albums in his career and 26 Latin Grammy Awards.
With his unique style that combines rock, pop and traditional Colombian music, he has conquered the hearts of millions of fans around the world.
In addition to his success in music, Juanes has also been recognized for his humanitarian work and his defense of human rights.
He has collaborated with various charities and has created his own foundation, Fundación Mi Sangre, to help victims of the armed conflict in Colombia.
A true artist
In addition to his musical career, Juanes also seems to be venturing into television, although not many details are known.
In any case, the artist is still working on his tour and many other projects in the works for this year.
Juanes’ fans in Barcelona are excited about his upcoming visit and look forward to seeing him at one of the city’s most emblematic venues.
With his energy and talent on stage, the singer promises an unforgettable show that will leave everyone wanting more.
If you are a fan of Latin music and you are in Barcelona in September, don’t miss the opportunity to see Juanes live at the Palau de la Música Catalana.
Biography of Juanes
Juanes, originally Juan Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez and born August 9, 1972, is a Colombian singer, songwriter, musician, designer and activist. From a very young age and with the encouragement of his father and five siblings, Juanes has been exposed to and influenced by different musical genres, from rock and roll, to traditional Colombian music, to Latin Pop and Rock en Español.
This multifaceted musician has won 26 Latin Grammy Awards, released 14 studio albums and sold more than 15 million records worldwide.
Early life and education
Juanes was born in Medellín, Colombia, on August 9, 1972, son of Javier Aristizábal and Alicia Vásquez. While growing up in Colombia, he was exposed to a wide variety of musical genres, from Rock and Pop, to traditional Colombian and other Latin American music.
In 1988, at the age of 16, he co-founded the rock band Ekhymosis, which would eventually produce five albums over the course of their time together. The group began working on their sixth album in 1998, when Juanes decided to pursue a solo career.
Solo career and awards
Juanes’ debut solo album, Fíjate bien, was released in September 2000 and won three Latin Grammy Awards. It was also certified Multiplatinum in Mexico, Colombia and Argentina, as well as Platinum in Venezuela, Chile and the United States. Following his success, Juanes released three more studio albums before his 2011 album, Juanes MTV Unplugged, featuring Mick Jagger, appeared on the best-selling albums chart in the United States.
In addition to these studio albums, Juanes has collaborated with multiple internationally renowned artists such as Mick Jagger, Madonna, Nelly Furtado, Carlos Santana and Lenny Kravitz.
Over the years, Juanes has won numerous awards and recognitions, including 3 Billboard Music Awards, 5 Billboard Latin Music Awards, 12 Latin Grammy Awards and 7 Grammy Awards.
Activism and philanthropy
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Juanes has also given back to his community by participating in various philanthropic initiatives. In 2004, he organized the “Juanes Be the Change Tour” to benefit victims of violence in Colombia, Peru and Chile. Juanes has also collaborated with leaders from various fields, including Colombia’s former Minister of Defense, to create music videos to raise awareness and funds for victims of the armed conflict.
Juanes’ efforts were further recognized in 2012, when the French organization Veritas Peace Prize launched the “Juanes Peace Prize Foundation,” focused on global peace and sustainability initiatives.
The future of Juanes
Juanes continues to tour and perform all over the world. His most recent studio album, Amarte, was released in July 2019 and includes music ranging from Latin jazz to rock to Despacito tunes. Juanes’ incredibly successful and diverse career has made him one of the most acclaimed Latin American artists of this century and an internationally renowned and multi-talented individual.
Interview with Juanes in “La Resistenicia”.
