The Fuerteventura en Música (FEM) celebrated its twentieth edition with a second day packed with attendees at Playa de La Concha. Antonio Carmona was the headliner of a festival that brought together 18,000 people over the weekend.
Playa de La Concha, in El Cotillo, became the epicentre of music this Saturday with the second day of the Fuerteventura en Música (FEM). Around 11,000 people gathered on the sand to enjoy a programme that combined local talent, Latin rhythms, and the unmistakable voice of Antonio Carmona.
The festival, which marked its twentieth anniversary, concluded with a total of 18,000 attendees over the weekend. This figure solidifies the FEM as a cultural reference point in the Canary Islands, according to sources from the organisation.
From Canary roots to afro-fusion party
The day kicked off with the majorero project Arife, which showcased the music of Canary roots and its connection to Africa. This was followed by Queralt Lahoz, who displayed a stage presence that captivated the audience, and Kumbia Boruka, which turned the beach into a dance floor with their fusion of Latin rhythms.
But the most anticipated moment came with Antonio Carmona. The former member of Ketama revisited some of the most emblematic songs of his career, from flamenco fusion to anthems that have marked several generations. The audience sang along to every song, and the sand of El Cotillo was filled with applause and camaraderie.
The night was closed by Pongo, who transformed the beach into a grand party with her afro-fusion. The Angolan artist, known for her energy on stage, had thousands dancing until the early hours of the morning. Woodhands, for their part, entertained the stage changes and provided the soundtrack to the end of the day.
A free, inclusive, and sustainable festival
The FEM once again boasted a free and open character. The organisation highlighted that the festival promotes multiculturalism, Canary talent, and sustainability, with measures to minimise the impact on the natural environment of Playa de La Concha. For the local residents of El Cotillo, the festival is an opportunity to enjoy top-level music without leaving the island and without spending a euro on entry.
In addition to the main stage, the FEM de Día enlivened the Muellito de El Cotillo with workshops and performances from Papaya Subtropical, Naby Zana Band, and Hey Chabón. The majorero band Chocolate Sexy wrapped up the daytime programme, gathering hundreds of people in a festive atmosphere that confirms the roots of this initiative within the festival's identity.
With twenty editions under its belt, the Fuerteventura en Música has earned a place in the cultural calendar of the Canary Islands. The organisation is already working on the next edition, which promises to maintain the free and diverse spirit that characterises it. For attendees, the event is now a summer classic in Majorero, a way to experience music in a privileged setting.
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