The original title of this article is “Silvio Rodríguez, 2025: una gira que vuelve a encender la ternura” (see @silvio.miprimeratarea). His concert page describes that the iconic Cuban troubadour has been on tour following the release of his 2024 album Quería saber. Starting at the University of Havana, going through Argentina, Chile, and Peru, and ending in Colombia, this tour celebrates over 50 years of his musical legacy… His forthcoming and final dates are October 31 (Medellín) and November 2 (Cali) in Colombia. Having seen him perform in Central Park “some” years ago, I can vouch for his unique voice, his presence, and his carefully-chosen musicians—a breathtaking and inspiring concert.
Silvio Rodríguez crosses the map once again with his guitar and memory. He opened this Latin American leg on the steps of the University of Havana, before a crowd that sang along as if the songs were shining beacons in the night. It was a symbolic and intimate beginning: Cuba bidding farewell to the troubadour who was leaving to reunite with his audience in the South.
From there, the tour settled into Santiago, where the classics played with that ageless pulse—and with affectionate nods to Chilean cultural history. Local reports spoke of a current voice and of tributes that spanned generations; there was even a visit to La Moneda and meetings with public figures, signs of the way in which Silvio engages in dialogue with the memory of each country he sets foot in.
Buenos Aires responded with three intense nights and a delightful moment to remember: Milo J’s guest appearance at the Buenos Aires farewell, a fusion of tempos and accents that the audience celebrated on their feet. Small epiphanies like these give the tour that intimate party vibe that one won’t soon forget.
Uruguay welcomed him like an old friend, with the Antel Arena packed for two dates and a general feeling of “homecoming”: Montevideo news spoke of pure emotion and a repertoire that weaves the present with memory.
On Saturday, October 25th, Lima had its night. Another stop on that emotional geography that Silvio continues weaving in live performances.
Throughout the tour, “Ojalá,” “La maza,” “Sueño con serpientes,” “Te doy una canción,” and recent pieces have shone. The setlists showcase that blend of legacy and present that sustains communion with the audience: a moment of shared singing as a pact.
And what’s next? Colombia closes the itinerary: October 31st in Medellín and November 2nd in Cali. It will be the last embrace of this Latin American journey.
Article translated by Ivette Romero. Read the original (in Spanish) @silvio.miprimeratarea).
Also see https://silviorodrigueztour.com/
[Photo above by @kaloian.santos]
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The original title of this article is “Silvio Rodríguez, 2025: una gira que vuelve a encender la ternura” (see @silvio.miprimeratarea). His concert page describes that the iconic Cuban troubadour has been on tour following the release of his 2024 album Quería saber. Starting at the University of Havana, going through Argentina, Chile, and Peru, and
