Morat makes start of world tour a tribute to earthquake victims in Colombia

Colombian band Morat opened their world tour in Bogotá with a concert that served as a heartfelt tribute to the victims of a devastating earthquake that recently struck the country. Just five days after the tremor left at least 288 dead and destroyed countless homes, the band brought music back to the capital, dedicating their first global performance to those affected. "We wanted to take the opportunity to tell the victims that it was not easy to continue with the concerts, but we are confident that the impact we were going to generate for the affected people was greater," said Juan Pablo Isaza, a member of the band, addressing the audience. Alongside fellow members Juan Pablo Villamil and brothers Simón and Martín Vargas, Isaza emphasized the band's commitment to supporting the recovery efforts. Outside the concert venue, volunteers collected donations for the earthquake victims, while inside, Morat established four donation points in partnership with UNICEF. The band announced that a portion of the revenue from their six scheduled concerts would go towards reconstructing schools damaged by the earthquake, working through their foundation, Aprender a Quererte. Isaza encouraged the audience to live life fully, stating, "This is an invitation to stop looking at life through the window and to stop postponing what one wanted to be for tomorrow because when you realize it, it is already tomorrow." The concert featured a mix of old and new songs, with visual elements that evolved from black and white to a vibrant prism of colors, reflecting the band's journey and the emotional resonance of the evening. Images from their early concerts in 2012 were projected, highlighting how many fans have grown with the band over the years.

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We wanted to take the opportunity to tell the victims that it was not easy to continue with the concerts, but we are confident that the impact that we were going to generate for the affected people was greater.