On February 24, 2025, the vibrant set of El Hormiguero buzzed with excitement as Spanish singer-songwriter Vanesa Martín graced the stage. Known for her heartfelt lyrics and powerful voice, Martín delighted the audience by discussing her upcoming album, Casa mía, which is set to release on May 9, 2025. The singer expressed her elation, stating, "Estoy muy bien. Feliz de estar aquí," reflecting her enthusiasm for sharing new music and personal stories with host Pablo Motos.
During the lively conversation, Martín unveiled her new single, Sesentas. "Es diferente, muy de raíz, con mucha mezcla y muy de vanguardia," she explained, showcasing her innovative approach to music. This track marks her first foray with autotune, which she described as more of an instrument rather than simply altering her voice. "La estética de la canción es muy fresca y desenfadada," she noted, excited to step beyond her comfort zone of being solely a cantautora.
While sharing her artistic process, Vanesa revealed the story behind the album title, which she inadvertently leaked during her tour. "Teníamos una estrategia montada para decir el título junto a un montón de acciones, y de repente a mí se me escapó," she recounted, laughing about the surprised expressions on her team's faces. Naturally, this slip did not deter the album's anticipated success.
One highlight of the album is her collaboration with the esteemed Joaquín Sabina, whom Martín affectionately referred to as family. "Para mí, además de que lo admiro mucho como creativo, es un ser tan generoso y tan amoroso," she shared, demonstrating the deep bond and respect she has for the veteran artist. Sabina, who contributed his unique flair to the project, had fallen in love with one of the songs during its early stages, claiming it reminded him of Mexico. Their artistic synergy was palpable as Vanesa described her joy about working together.
Transitioning from music to memories, Martín shared light-hearted anecdotes about her recent travels, especially her culinary adventures— or misadventures—in Mexico. "Me gusta, pero me jugó una mala pasada. Llegué a México con todas las ganas y probé todas las salsas oscuras,“ she recalled with laughter, detailing how her love for spicy food led to quite the ordeal. "Al tercer día, el estómago... tienes escalofríos. Veía un baño y veía a Dios," she said, laughing as she shared the experience of facing her spicy food choices.
More poignantly, Vanesa revealed her close relationship with Felipe, her medium friend, who has provided her with surprising insights about her family, particularly the tragic loss of her paternal grandparents. "Me puse a llorar. Aquello me alivió," she said, reflecting on how the conversation brought closure to long-unanswered questions about their deaths. "Le pregunté si sufrieron y me dijo que no," she recounted, bringing forth emotions as she described Felix's revelations about the specifics of her grandparents' tragic demise.
With each story, the audience could feel the sincerity and depth of Vanesa’s character. Her presence on the show not only revealed her professional pursuits but also her personal growth and connection to her roots. The segment concluded with Pablo Motos congratulating her on the upcoming album and the exciting tour, which starts May 31, 2025, in Málaga before extending to various destinations across Spain and Latin America.
The episode of El Hormiguero not only celebrated Vanesa Martín's artistic achievements but also highlighted her unique way of intertwining music, personal experiences, and the revelations of her family history. With her new album on the horizon, fans eagerly await to hear the melodic tales she will tell through 'Casa mía.'