Sebastián Yatra appeared on The Tonight Show to perform his song, “Tacones Rojos.” Evoking the aesthetic of a classic lounge singer while donning a sparkling gold jacket, Yatra and his band delivered a soulful performance of the single.
The song comes off the Colombian singer’s recent third studio LP, Dharma, a 17-track album that packs in rock, cumbia, reggaetón — and even a Jonas Brothers collaboration. The album also features guest appearances by Guaynaa, Daddy Yankee, Natti Natasha and Elena Rose.
Yatra spoke to Rolling Stone about Dharma in January, saying it “represents what I am 100 percent of the way.” He added, “I’ve had more time to make [this album], and it hasn’t been about the result. It’s more about the emotions behind each song. The songs gave me therapy.”
The singer recently launched his Dharma Tour, which kicked off in Mexico in February. The North American leg of the tour begins Aug. 5 in Houston. Tickets are on sale now. “t’s not a tour where fans come see me,” he said of his concerts. “But it’s one where they’ll see themselves reflected in all of these emotions.”
Zara Larsson has indicated that she may have cancelled her December 3 appearance at the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The singer initially confirmed that she would not attend, before removing the comment and sharing a more detailed explanation of why the performance no longer feels right for her.
The Swedish star was scheduled to take the stage at Etihad Live on Yas Island during the Yasalam After-Race Concerts. Zara and Lewis Capaldi were due to launch the weekend’s entertainment. However, supporters encouraged her to reconsider the booking because of concerns surrounding the United Arab Emirates’ reported connections to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary organisation accused of committing atrocities during the nation’s civil conflict.
A fan commented: “Please read about what UAE is doing to Sudan then cancel your Abu Dhabi show!” Zara responded: “I will not be going to Abu Dhabi.” Fans later realised that both comments had been removed.
She then shared that she had been considering what it means for her, as an artist, to perform in particular countries.
The Midnight Sun singer explained: “I think about that a lot in my life as an artist… I wanna perform and spread joy and music for people in every country, because no single person is their government.
“I’ve met so many wonderful people from every corner of the world and I know this to be true in my heart. I love people, and I love my fans soooo much.”
Zara acknowledged that her original comment “maybe came off as an impulsive response,” but explained that she had given the booking serious thought. She now believes withdrawing is the decision that “aligns with me the most right now, for many different personal reasons beyond politics.”
She continued: “Maybe I’ll delete both comments and do a better statement soon. I hope to sing with you in the beautiful future!”
