David Bisbal on Paying Tribute to the ‘Best Era of Romantic Pop in Spanish’ with ‘Eternos’

David Bisbal has discovered new dimensions in classic romantic pop songs from the '60s, '70s, and '80s, which inspired him to create his tenth studio album, Eternos. The Spanish artist lends his voice to timeless tracks such as "Te Quiero, Te Quiero," "Vivir Así es Morir de Amor," "El Amar y el Querer," and "Abrázame Muy Fuerte," paying tribute to the era he considers the best of Spanish romantic pop.

Bisbal aims to sing these songs with his own style, paying homage to the melodies and original arrangements while adding his distinct touch.

Collaborating with producer and arranger Cheche Alara, Bisbal recorded Eternos in a way that resembles how music was made decades ago. The album was recorded live at Henson Recording Studios in Los Angeles, with a large ensemble of musicians, and later, string and brass sections were recorded in Budapest. This approach allowed Bisbal to capture the essence of the era while maintaining a unique interpretation.

The album features a variety of songs, with Manuel Alejandro's contributions being the most prominent, including tracks like "Qué Sabe Nadie," "Frente a Frente," and "El Amar y el Querer." Among these, "Frente a Frente" stands out for Bisbal, not only for its lyrics but also for the challenge of performing it live. The album culminates with Bisbal's a cappella rendition of Joan Manuel Serrat's "Aquellas Pequeñas Cosas," providing a fitting and simple ending to the album's grand journey through decades of romantic pop music.