Spanish singer Raphael announces that he will return to the studio later this year to record a new tribute album to Mexico, as part of his plan to maintain his pace of releasing a record every two years.
In an interview, the performer states that he already has “some ideas” for the project and notes that he has already produced “three or four albums dedicated to Mexico”: “I already have three or four albums about Mexico, and I’m going to make a new one.” His most recent release is Ayer… Aún, which hit the market in December 2024.
Raphael also reveals that Netflix will premiere the series Aquel in September; based on his life and work, the show stars Javier Morgade and Carlos Santos. “Almost everyone knows my life story,” he says regarding the production, which he assures he enjoyed for both its craftsmanship and its performances.
This weekend, the artist kicks off the Spanish leg of his “Raphaelísimo” tour at the Murcia bullring, following a tour across the Americas. As he explains, he will resume the tour in October with dates in Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Colombia, summarizing his continued presence on stage with a simple phrase: “The day I get bored, I’ll stay home.”
The relationship between Raphael and Mexico is deep and long-standing. Mexico was the first country outside of Spain where the “Raphael phenomenon” had a massive impact. Raphael made his debut in Mexico City on May 5, 1967, at the iconic El Patio venue, and from that moment on, he began to forge a special bond with the Mexican public.
His success was reflected in sold-out stadium performances, the filming of movies within the country—such as El golfo in Acapulco—and local accolades, such as the El Heraldo Trophy and the Gold Medal from the Mexican Ministry of Tourism. The Mexican press—known for being both demanding and skeptical—eventually came to acknowledge Raphael’s impact and popularity among the national audience.
Throughout his career, Raphael has recorded songs of Mexican origin—such as “Huapango torero,” “Sandunga,” and “Llorona”—which have gone on to become major hits within the country. Furthermore, he appeared in the Mexican telenovela Donde termina el camino in 1978, which further expanded his presence within the local cultural landscape.
Today, that bond remains as strong as ever. Raphael recently concluded a successful tour across Mexico and the United States, and announced that he is currently working on a new album dedicated to Mexican music—adding to his previous releases featuring Mexican themes or repertoire.
Raphael himself has expressed that he feels fortunate to continue enjoying the affection of the Mexican public, and has reaffirmed his commitment to keep paying tribute to the music of this country.
Source: infobae
