Amaia Montero Returns to Stage with La Oreja de Van Gogh After 19 Years

La Oreja de Van Gogh, with Amaia Montero back at the helm, has once again captivated audiences, proving that some bonds are simply unbreakable. The recent concert at the BEC, packed with 15,000 devoted fans, was more than just a performance; it was a powerful testament to Montero's enduring connection with her music and her supporters.

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I thought I would never get back on stage.

Montero's return, 19 years after she last graced the stage with the band, was met with overwhelming emotion. She shared her personal struggles, admitting she once thought she would never perform again. Yet, the unwavering support from fans, who eagerly bought tickets and showed immense affection, fueled her comeback. This outpouring of love has clearly resonated deeply with the singer, making her feel “at home.”

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I thank you all for the affection I have received these days. I am moved by the tickets selling out and by the audience that makes me feel at home, the one that has been waiting for me.

Her journey back to the band, after a successful 17-year solo career, has not been without its complexities. While fans celebrate her return, there have been whispers and discussions about the dynamics within the group. Montero herself has spoken candidly about seizing opportunities, emphasizing that they arise when one believes they are worthy and chooses to persevere. Her words, “I have returned. We have returned. With my band, with my colleagues, my brothers, my family,” signify a profound sense of unity and shared purpose.

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They say that opportunities only happen once. That if you don't catch them, they don't come back. But life has taught me the opposite: opportunities are as many as you allow yourself. Opportunities are born when you decide you deserve another. When you choose to stand up and continue. When you get up again.

This reunion is particularly poignant for Spanish audiences who grew up with La Oreja de Van Gogh's iconic songs. Montero's voice is inextricably linked to the band's golden era, and her return evokes a powerful sense of nostalgia and shared cultural memory. Unlike how international media might focus on the drama or the passage of time, here in Spain, this is a story of personal triumph, artistic resilience, and the enduring power of beloved music to bring people together.

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I have returned. We have returned. With my band, with my colleagues, my brothers, my family. Today I want to celebrate that we continue to believe with intact enthusiasm, that we still have much to live and that we are still here: TOGETHER.