Alacrán Fajardo transforms “Hasta nunca” into a unique sonic and visual journey
The return of a multifaceted creator
After a period of creative silence, the multifaceted Alacrán Fajardo, alter ego of photographer, director and musician Juan Pérez-Fajardo, bursts onto the scene once again with his reinterpretation of King Sapo’s original song “Hasta nunca”. This return marks a deeper exploration of his rural and country roots, fusing sound and visual influences in a work that overflows with personality and character.
A blend that unites cultures and borders
The track is produced by Jairo Zavala (DePedro, Calexico), who introduces an enveloping atmosphere that seems to be born in an imaginary border between Texas, Mexico and Almeria. This approach allows the song to breathe with a new life, standing out for its ability to transport the listener to distant landscapes, where tradition and modernity intertwine in perfect harmony.
A video clip that is pure cinema
Alacrán Fajardo does not limit himself to music; his vision as a director takes center stage in the videoclip that accompanies this version. On this occasion, he immerses us in a story inspired by the spaghetti western, where emotional rupture and redemption are the main protagonists. With clear influences of Quentin Tarantino’s style, Fajardo builds a cinematographic narrative that mixes the epic and the intimate, seasoned with an impeccable use of arid landscapes and visual symbolism.
This work adds to his prolific career as a filmmaker, which includes such outstanding projects as the documentary of The Garlic Phantoms, the audiovisual piece “Caminos secundarios” for M Clan or “Donde nace el Rock and Roll” by Carlos Tarque. In “Hasta nunca”, Fajardo deploys all his mastery to create an audiovisual experience that transcends the simple musical reinterpretation.
A work that defies labels
“Hasta nunca” is not just a cover; it is a testament to Alacrán Fajardo’s inimitable style. Far from merely replicating the original song, his approach reinterprets every note and every word, creating an intimate connection with the listener while drawing them into a completely personal sonic and visual universe.
This release is not only the return of an artist; it is a declaration of intentions. With one foot in tradition and the other in innovation, Alacrán Fajardo proves, once again, that his creative capacity knows no limits. This new chapter in his career promises to keep us attentive to what he has to offer next.
The Garlic Phantoms
Now the question that fans of The Garlic Phantoms are asking themselves is if this first solo song by Alacrán Fajardo could mean that The Garlic Phantoms will not release any more songs, when a year ago they surprised us at this time with a Christmas carol. We have asked Fajardo himself and his answer has been “Nobody knows what is going to happen with The Garlic Phantoms”.