On Friday night, Iggy Pop exploded the Movistar Arena with a show that mixed classics, overflowing energy and an Argentine wink. At 78, the punk icon again showed that it is still pure power above the stage. And as a dessert strawberry, he surprised everyone inviting Gaspar Benegasguitarist of the air conditioning fundamentalists and the trio monkey.
From the start, with the unexpected intro of “Libertango” de Astor piazzollait was noted that the evening was going to have a special flavor. With topics such as Raw Power, I Wanna Be Your Dog y Gimme Dangerthe iguana kept the public jumping and singing. But the most applauded moment came when Benegas appeared to put his mark on an explosive version of Louie Louie.
The generational crossing between the historic leader of The Stooges and the Argentine musician unleashed the ovation of the stadium. “Fuckin ‘Thanks. No one had done this before me,” Iggy released in the middle of the recital, making clear what he felt with the heat of the local public.
Then jewelry came like The Passenger y Lust for Lifewho finished turning the night into a party. The closure with Loose He left the stadium vibrating, with the feeling of having witnessed something unique.
The participation of Gaspar Benegas not only excited fans, but also reinforced the link of Iggy Pop with Argentina, a country with which it has maintained a special bond for decades. It was an encounter between two rock worlds that were found in the same stage and gave the public an indelible memory.
