David Bisbal, the renowned Spanish singer with an extensive career of 20 years and a great success in Latin America thanks to songs like ‘Ave María’ and ‘Bulería’, has surprised his followers and the general public by sharing an emotional moment that he experienced with his father, who suffers from Alzheimer’s.
This moving encounter between David Bisbal and his father, José Bisbal, were recorded in a documentary. The camera takes us to a house in Almería, and there, in the living room, we observe the two men sitting. David, visibly moved, starts a conversation with his father.
He asks his father: “They told me that you were a great boxer.” To this question, his father quickly responds: “And the good ones.” David continues the conversation with tenderness: “My father, mine, was also a boxer. His name is Jose Bisbal Carrillo“. Faced with this revelation, his father recovers a fleeting memory and says: “That’s me!”
This dialogue reveals the notable deterioration in memory that he is experiencing Jose Bisbal due to the Alzheimer’s. David, in a moving gesture, assures his father that the most important thing is that he does not forget who his father is. He tells her: “Yes, of course, you are my father. And I am David. You do not remember me? The thing is that I’ve grown up, I already have a white beard and everything. You were a great boxer, a boxer from Granada. I know that you no longer remember me, but I do remember you. And that’s what matters”.
Finally, father and son begin to sing a song together and embrace each other tenderly. This moment is an expression of love and connection in the midst of the difficulties that the family faces due to José Bisbal’s illness. The song “Ay Almería” reflects their connection to their homeland and culture, a reminder of the ties that endure despite the challenges posed by Alzheimer’s.
David Bisbal will lead the Latin Grammy showcase
The Latin Recording Academy has announced the presentation of the Best New Artist Showcase of 2023, a platform that is dedicated to promoting the visibility of the new generation of musical talents within the framework of the prestigious artists’ week. Latin Grammy. The importance of this initiative lies in its ability to support and celebrate emerging creators in the musical field.
Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academyunderlined the relevance of this event by highlighting that the Best New Artist category is a unique milestone in an artist’s career, confirming the special attention paid to emerging talents in the music industry.
Mastercard Latin America and the Caribbean, proud of its collaboration with La Latin Recording Academy, emphasized his commitment to promoting emerging talent in the region. The association translates into a series of concrete actions that seek to offer visibility and support to artists who are taking their first steps in the exciting world of music in Latin America.
This private event will take place on Tuesday, November 14 at the Magallanes Center in Seville, and It will be hosted by David Bisbal, a Latin Grammy winner. During the evening, the nominees for Best New Artist of the next Latin Grammy award will be presented. The artists who are part of this select group include BORJA, Conexión Divina, Ana Del Castillo, Natascha Falcão, Gale, Paola Guanche, Joaquina, León Leiden, Maréh and Timø.
The performances will be supported by the Circle of Producers and Engineers (CPI) of The Latin Academy and will feature a band composed of Latin Grammy-nominated musicians. Each of the nominees will have the opportunity to present their performance before an audience comprised of music industry leaders, distinguished members of The Academy, and other special guests.
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