Ricardo Montaner performed this weekend with the first two shows of his 'El Último Regreso' (Last Return) world tour at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires. Tickets for the shows were completely sold out. According to the Argentine News Agency, after several years away from the stage, one of the most important voices in Spanish-language music returned with the 'El Último Regreso Tour 2026,' a world tour that is a declaration of love with which he will travel the entire planet. This tour is not just a return, but a renewal of vows, four decades of musical history turned into a show that celebrates his legacy and connection with the public. With a dazzling stage setup, imposing visuals, and a flawless band, Ricardo Montaner took the stage past 9 PM dressed in a strict black tuxedo and white shirt to kick off the first shows of his world tour as the first chords of 'Yo Que Te Amé' began to play. Before a sold-out Movistar Arena, the concert continued with a cascade of hits: 'Será', 'Adonde va el amor', 'Castillo Azul', 'El Poder De Tu Amor', 'La Cima Del Cielo', driving his fans into ecstasy before he addressed the audience that had been eagerly awaiting this last return. 'I'm not used to writing down what I'm going to say in my first words when a concert begins. I hope you take away a piece of the value I place on this moment tonight. I want you to know that I give it the importance it deserves. The day of returning is today. The only thing I can improvise in the middle of a thought that has come to me for more than two years is: 'what will happen on the day I return.' In February 2022, he received a Lo Nuestro Award for 'Pop Song of the Year' for his musical hit 'Amén', which he released with his sons Mau and Ricky, Evaluna, and Camilo. One of the most emotional moments was the tribute to his beloved Venezuela, where he performed a medley of songs such as 'Mi Querencia', 'Caballo Viejo', 'Aquel Zulano', and 'Alma Llanera', alongside maestro Eduardo Ramírez, seated on stage surrounded by his musicians. 'This is the story of a boy who was born in Valentín Alsina... the story led him to emigrate with his family to a friendly country... today, the people who welcomed him have emigrated here, and Argentina has done with them what Venezuela did for that boy when he was 8 years old,' he said, moved. For the finale, he chose his signature 'Déjame llorar', with the entire stadium on their feet singing along, before receiving a surprise visit from his children, Evaluna, Mau, Ricky, and his son-in-law Camilo on stage. 'Let's keep it as a secret between us that we came together to attend my first concert of my last return,' the artist expressed. The show continued with 'El Último Regreso', his new single that gives its name to the world tour, an exciting version of 'Volver', medleys of ballads and rhythmic songs that included classics like 'Solo con un beso', 'Quisiera', 'Ojos Negros', 'La Chica del Ascensor', to then give way to other must-hear songs like 'Soy Feliz', 'Cachita', 'Vamo Pa’ La Conga', 'Besame'. In November 2016, he received a Latin Grammy for Musical Excellence at a ceremony in Las Vegas for his contribution to Latin American music. He was named 'Artist of the Year' by Billboard magazine and was considered several times in Venezuela as the country's best artist. 'I have lived two and a bit years in absolute absence of people in front of me listening to me sing, and I value this moment so, so, so much!'. In May 2007, the Billboard Awards honored him with their highest prize: the Hope Award. Ricardo Montaner was recognized in 2024 with the 'Latin American Music Awards Legacy' award for his extraordinary musical legacy and lasting impact on the industry, cementing his status as an icon of Spanish romantic pop.
