Eight months after an abrupt hiatus due to “overcrowding” at Central Park's SummerStage, Juanes returned to New York City, delivering an unforgettable performance at Radio City Music Hall on Thursday (March 15).
“I can finally see your faces from the last time I was here [in New York] at SummerStage,” Juanes said during his show, reflecting on the historic moment when, for the first time in 30 years, SummerStage had to stop an ongoing concert due to a non-weather related issue. “My heart is full of grace for you. I am very happy to be here.”
The sold-out Radio City show was highly anticipated after an overwhelming attendance of more than 17,000 fans at the Central Park SummerStage in July, which was canceled at the last minute due to “overcrowding.” Fans in New York finally got to see Juanes' full show on Thursday, when he performed some of his biggest hits and tracks from his Grammy and Latin Grammy-winning 10th studio album. Vida Cotidianawhich was released in May 2023.
The Colombian rock star, dressed in black and wearing a denim vest that showed off his arm tattoos, opened with “Gris” and followed with his classic “Mala Gente” — the only two songs he played in Central Park last year before closing his show. down — electrifying the crowd of 6,000 at Radio City.
A particularly memorable moment was the medley of 'Lo Que Me Gusta a Mí', 'Fuego' and 'Hermosa Ingrata', during which he seamlessly blended rhythms and melodies. The acoustic version of “Para Tu Amor” stood out as he left the stage to perform it for the audience, creating an intimate and personal atmosphere.
The concert setlist weaved a narrative through Juanes' discography, touching on themes of love, social reflection and personal introspection. Among the most performed songs were the heartfelt 'Amores Prohibidos', 'Nada Valgo Sin Tu Amor' and also the mega catchy 'La Paga' and 'La Camisa Negra', during which he showed off his unmistakable guitar riffing.
Juanes closed the night with Juan Gabriel's “Querida,” “Me Enamora,” and “La Luz,” capturing the essence of his art and the connection he shares with his fans.
The Vida Cotidiana US and Canada tour, produced by Live Nation, kicked off on February 13th in Portland, OR and will conclude on March 30th in Hollywood, FL. Upcoming cities include Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, Chicago, Montreal, Toronto, Houston, Dallas, Boston and more.
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