2024-08-26 18:00:39
The renowned musician Andres Calamaro He did not remain silent in the face of a comment that accused him, Diego Maradona already Fito Paez of being under the influence of drugs in an iconic video they shared 30 years ago. The artist’s response demonstrated his rejection of the insinuation and firmly defended his position.
A historic moment
The video in question is a gem of Argentine rock. Thirty years ago, Diego Maradona, Andrés Calamaro and Fito Páez joined their voices in a memorable performance that remained etched in the collective memory.
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This moment was revived by the sports journalist Juan Pablo Varskywho, in honor of Calamaro’s 63rd birthday, shared the images on the social network X (formerly Twitter). “Andrés Calamaro turns 63. Symbol of Argentine rock. Fan of Independiente. In 1994, he and Fito Páez sang with a certain… Diego Armando Maradona. Beautiful memory,” wrote Varsky accompanying the video.
An unfortunate comment
Among the many reactions that the video generated, one in particular caught the attention. A user identified as G Almovóvar commented in a derogatory manner, insinuating that the three protagonists were under the influence of drugs at the time: “Zero jaw units in their natural position in this video.” This comment alluded to alleged cocaine use, popularly known for causing involuntary movements in the jaw.
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Calamaro’s forceful response
Far from ignoring the accusation, Andrés Calamaro responded firmly, clarifying the situation and defending his integrity: “I was not taking drugs in 1994. What an unprofessional comment,” wrote the musician, using Argentine slang for cocaine.
Andrés Calamaro: 63 years of rock
On August 22, Andrés Calamaro turned 63, establishing himself as one of the most influential figures in Spanish rock. This year, he decided to celebrate his anniversary in a way that is very familiar to him: in a recording studio. Throughout his prolific career, Calamaro maintained an unwavering commitment to his art, and this date was no exception.
The musician took the opportunity to thank his fans for their greetings and to share a little of his day on social media, where he made it clear that, despite the years, his passion for music remains as strong as ever.
A life dedicated to music
This is not the first time that Calamaro has celebrated his birthday in a recording studio. In 1978, when he was just 17 years old, he was working on the recording of his first album, BOV Dombe, with the band Raíces. This was the beginning of a career that would lead him to become a legend of Latin American rock.
Now, 46 years later, Calamaro continues on the same path, devoting his time and energy to the creation of new music.