2024-11-13 00:36:00
“Music helped me believe that it was a kind of redemption.” This is what Nahuel Pennisi says when he talks casually about his life, his history, his songs, and it’s clear that it’s true.
Hearing Pennisi singing from a meter away, without a amplifier or anything extra, just him with his guitar, was an absolutely moving experience. His interpretive abilities are subtle and sparkle with an overflowing yet restrained brilliance that penetrates everything around him.
“Sometimes I wonder why the first thing people say is that I create emotions in them, right? And I can’t find an explanation. The only thing I can say is that I’m very emotional, so, obviously, it’s It’s possible to be viral, right? But hey, we live in a world with so many musical proposals…people live so busy and excitement is a good thing, but it’s also a weird thing because there’s People didn’t even have time,” he explained, Creole in hand.
Nahuel Penisi musician. (Jose Gabriel Hernandez/”The Voice”)
He learned much of this ability to convey emotion as a child, surrounded by musical instruments at home. “My parents were always playing and hanging out with friends in the neighborhood, and they had a band. One time I asked him to show me the bass guitar, and he put it on the bed and gave it to me, with his hand toward my right hand,” he recalled.
Thus, he mistakenly began a journey to discover and invent a unique instrument to play (with the guitar upside down in his lap and in the chord positions he invented).
“Yeah, it took me years. And then I started incorporating those discoveries into singing, right? My mother was important because she told me, ‘You don’t have to be afraid of singing.
At some point, his voice began to change, and between the ages of 12 and 13, his range began to deepen. This made him afraid of going out of tune. “My mom told me: ‘Sing everything to get rid of your fears.’ That was good advice, and it actually helped me a lot because I later went to Florida Street to play,” he recalled.
–When did you discover your style, your sound, the energy that makes you vibrate so strongly? Some people never find it in their lives but dedicate themselves to it.
– It’s true… I’m going to name four artists who changed my life. Silvio Rodríguez, maybe because of the way he plays guitar, composes and talks, he changed me a lot. I don’t know if he’s the best guitarist in the world or the best singer in the world, but this combo is explosive. Then there’s the black Mercedes Souza. I was very moved after hearing this. I also prefer Flaco Spinetta. It showed me the versatility and innovation, that you can make something modern, different, more complex with different chords. Finally, I would like to mention someone who is like a hero to me because he taught me to leave my soul in my voice, Camarón de la Isla left a deep impression on me . He is such a person that I have nothing to say. He gave everything, he gave his life, and I feel like in music one has to give everything. I don’t know how to sing at 50% or 60%.
——How much energy do you put into your music?
——Many things. This definitely helps me a lot. Music is cathartic and therapeutic for me. I once said this: With music, your emotions will keep pace with the times. There is no way to keep your emotions from coming out. If you choose music, it’s because something happens to you, something hits you. I remember a lot about my childhood, we were having a hard time because we were living cheaply and we had no money, and suddenly guitars came out and we started playing rock and roll and jamming with my parents, and of course… …This is it now, it’s all over and it’s complete joy.
Nahuel Penisi musician. (Jose Gabriel Hernandez/”The Voice”)
In the Cordoba universe
This Saturday, Nahuel returns to Córdoba to present his new album, wonderful momentsin quality space. Of course, since La Konga included one of his songs, it’s impossible not to mention his connection to the province, parallel universeand turned it into a hit song that took the world by storm.
“Since what happened in Universo, La Konga and others, I feel that Cordoba has received me with a lot of love. In addition to this, there is also the Festival of Cosquin, the Festival of Jesus Maria and the Festival of Villa Maria that I encountered this year .I’m grateful to have a small place here and really looking forward to the new album and more.
–Have you become a bit of a quartet with everything that’s been going on here with the local groups?
-Yes. My quartet soul is definitely blooming again. In fact, the quartet attracted me in my childhood because of Potro Rodrigo. I listened to his songs and learned the quartet’s lines on bass. I typed “tunga tunga” and I loved it. So back to the quartet, now, I feel like I’m back in my childhood. It was like coming back from an introspective trip, nothing but with a bigger Nahuel, but honestly the love for the quartet was the same as what I was feeling at the time.
Nahuel Penisi musician. (Jose Gabriel Hernandez/”The Voice”)
– Now on the new album, there’s also a version with La Konga, For the Second Time. When you wrote them, you were writing it as a ballad, but did you already imagine it as a quartet?
– No, actually, it was obviously something I found after the song, but it wasn’t that I was thinking about putting a quartet of music together. I remember Diego (Granard, one of the band’s singers) once told me, “Now people send me quartet versions of songs, and I don’t want that, I want them to send me the original version, and if they send me that, I Loved it for foursomes and then I naturalized it and the same thing happened to me when we did it. second timethat’s the song you’re talking about, my idea for the song is that it’s like a Mexican ranch, and if you did it twice as long, it would become a quartet. It became familiar naturally, but the truth is I didn’t look for it.
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**Interview with Nahuel Pennisi: Music, Emotion, and a New Album**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Nahuel. You mentioned that music is your redemption. Can you elaborate on how it has affected your life?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** Absolutely! Music has been my sanctuary, a way to express emotions that sometimes feel overwhelming. Growing up surrounded by musical instruments and my parents playing together ignited something deep within me. It was therapeutic, a means to process life’s challenges, and ultimately, it helped me find joy amidst difficulties.
**Editor:** You’ve talked about your unique style. When did you realize it was different from others?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** It was really a gradual process. I was influenced by legendary artists like Silvio Rodríguez and Mercedes Sosa, and their ability to convey deep emotion struck a chord with me. I think my style formed when I started to incorporate my childhood experiences into my music—a blend of creativity and introspection.
**Editor:** You mentioned that your mother played a significant role in your development as a musician. Can you tell us more about her influence?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** My mother was the one who encouraged me to sing without fear. When my voice began to change during my teenage years, I worried about hitting the right notes. She told me to “sing everything”—that advice helped me embrace vulnerability in my music and allowed me to connect more authentically with my audience.
**Editor:** You will be returning to Córdoba to present your new album, *Wonderful Moments*. What can fans expect from it?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** This album is a reflection of my journey and the connections I’ve made throughout my life. It encapsulates moments of joy, challenges, and growth. I’m excited to share my experiences and hopefully resonate with many people out there. Córdoba has always welcomed me with open arms, and I feel grateful to be part of its vibrant music scene.
**Editor:** You’ve had success with your collaborations, especially with La Konga. How has that changed your relationship with the local music community?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** It’s deepened my roots here for sure! Collaborating with La Konga and being part of the local festivals like Cosquín has made me feel incredibly connected to the culture. I cherish my quartet soul, which is blooming anew, thanks to those experiences. The energy in our local music scene is infectious.
**Editor:** how do you pour your energy into your performances?
**Nahuel Pennisi:** Music for me is about total immersion—there’s no holding back. It’s cathartic and allows me to channel everything I feel. If I’m performing, I’m all in—whether it’s joy, sadness, or nostalgia, I give my all because I believe that’s what music demands. You have to live and breathe it!
**Editor:** Thank you so much, Nahuel. We’re looking forward to your performance in Córdoba and your new album!
**Nahuel Pennisi:** Thank you! I’m excited to share this journey with everyone. See you soon!
