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Raphael Delivers Focused, Vocal Set at Barcelona’s Sant Jordi

Reviews credit the 82-year-old with a vocally assured, shorter set focused on chanson, with notable restraint.

Overview

  • Critics report a strong vocal showing that exceeded expectations, with a nostalgic, near‑farewell undercurrent following last year’s televised health scare.
  • The performance lasted roughly 100–105 minutes and covered about 26 songs, a tighter run time than his customary longer concerts.
  • Repertoire leaned into French chanson from his 2024 album, featuring multiple Édith Piaf adaptations and the seasonal standard El tamborilero.
  • Staging choices conserved energy, including reduced movement, occasional seated numbers, and minimal onstage speeches.
  • One outlet attributed his recent hiatus to a past cerebral lymphoma, a detail not corroborated elsewhere, while reported attendance ranged from about 6,000 to 6,500.