Amaia Montero Faces Difficulties on Stage in Madrid. Amaia Montero's return to La Oreja de Van Gogh in Madrid was not without challenges. The audience supported the singer, but technical issues and criticism of her vocals once again took center stage.
Amaia Montero's return to La Oreja de Van Gogh became one of the most talked-about musical events of the spring. The group's first of three concerts in Madrid, held at the Movistar Arena, played to a full house and immediately drew attention not only due to nostalgia for the golden lineup but also because of notable challenges on stage. The audience greeted Amaia warmly, but the evening was not without technical glitches and fresh topics for discussion.
Technical glitches and audience reaction
As Divinity notes, despite the wave of support and applause, the first Madrid concert was not flawless. In the middle of the performance, when Amaia had just started singing “Mariposa,” the platform under the stage suddenly stopped working, interrupting the show for a few moments. This episode quickly spread on social media, and critics in specialized media pointed out that technical pauses and breakdowns still prevent the band from regaining its former confidence on stage. Nevertheless, the atmosphere in the venue remained festive, and several well-known guests were spotted publicly supporting Amaia.
Vocal debates and on-stage support
Amaia Montero's vocal performance has once again become the subject of heated debate. According to Divinity, some fans and journalists noticed that the singer sometimes struggled with high notes and, at times, even forgot the lyrics. However, the audience and backing vocalists offered strong support, and certain guests, such as Rozalén, publicly urged people to appreciate Amaia's efforts and allow her time to regain her former form. Reviews varied, ranging from comparisons to 'karaoke' to acknowledging the sincerity and emotional depth of her performance, despite imperfect technique.
The context of the comeback and media response
Amaia Montero's return to La Oreja de Van Gogh after Leire Martínez's departure became a real media event. The first leg of the tour in the Basque Country has already attracted some criticism, and the band members themselves admit that things are not yet perfect and there's still a lot of work ahead. Amaia did not shy away from discussions and openly acknowledged her weaknesses, but stated her intention to keep moving forward. Interestingly, similar debates over her comeback have surfaced before— one recent article discussed her response to the wave of criticism after the first concerts.
What's next for the tour
La Oreja de Van Gogh has two more concerts ahead in Madrid, and in the fall the band will return to the capital once again. Judging by the audience’s reaction and the media attention, every appearance by Amaia on stage will remain under close scrutiny. According to Divinity, the group is open to change and does not hide its willingness to learn from past mistakes in order to regain its status as one of Spain’s most beloved bands. For now, each performance becomes a story of its own—filled with support, anticipation, and inevitable comparisons to the past.
