Mon Laferte Brings the Electrifying Autopoiética Tour to Boston

Stories of love, loss, and culture grace the Orpheum Theatre stage

Mon Laferte, Latin Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, made a triumphant return to the music scene with the release of her most recent project, Autopoiética. Supporting her album, she embarked on a tour of the same name, which brought tens of thousands of fans to South America’s largest stages in March and April. Known for successes in many genres, captivating vocals, and outspokenness on social issues, her over 10-year-long career has positioned her as one of Latin America’s most influential and innovative artists. Born Norma Monserrat Bustamante Laferte, Mon Laferte’s diverse and dynamic sound sets her apart in the music industry, and her powerful vocals convey a wide range of emotions, from soulful ballads to energetic anthems, captivating audiences and earning her critical acclaim worldwide.

Boston was lucky enough to welcome the Chilean singer on May 5th, when the Autopoiética Tour stopped at the Orpheum Theatre in downtown.

The first to perform was Ximena Sariñana, a Mexican singer-songwriter, actress, and musician. Beginning with just a keyboard and her impressive vocals, she immediately gained control of the crowd in a way that is rare for an opening act. Showcasing her unique blend of pop, jazz, and indie music influences, she was later joined by two other band members, increasing the energy and audience engagement.

In no time, the crowd was clapping along to the beat and screaming raucously after every song she finished. Ximena’s soulful vocals and introspective songwriting have gained her a loyal fan base, and the reactions from the audience members certainly testified to this.

Mon Laferte’s set began with a teaser for her upcoming documentary with Netflix, MON LAFERTE, te amo. The film, set to be released in August, is directed by Camila Grandi and Joanna Reposi Garibaldi and produced by Jaime Villarreal and José Antonio San Miguel. The trailer highlighted behind-the-scenes moments from Laferte’s 2021-2022 tour, a huge point in the artist’s career and personal life, coinciding with her first pregnancy. The trailer left the audience gasping and cheering as themes of the singer’s family history, her origins as an artist, and her experience of womanhood were shown on screen. “Why am I getting emotional?” one fan even remarked.

When the moment finally arrived for Mon Laferte to begin her performance, the audience swelled with excitement. After the vulnerable introduction, the singer capitalized on intense emotion in the room, beginning her set with a dramatic, belting, ballad that was sure to give the whole audience goosebumps. Effortless and elegant, Laferte mesmerized the crowd from the start. Later, she livened the mood with lots of dancing, attention-grabbing backup performers, and an onstage fashion show during one of her songs.

Of the many guests who performed throughout the night, the brass section that supported many of her songs stood out the most. Perfectly executing both heart-wrenching songs and upbeat pop numbers, the saxophonist and trombonist won MVP awards for the night, adding irreplaceable emotion and depth to the production on stage.

Mon Laferte’s show felt almost like a Broadway production. It was clear that careful attention was paid to the costumes, characters, and set design that accompanied each song, and all of the visual and audio components blended into a successful production.

The Orpheum Theatre provided a perfect, Baroque-espue compliment to the artistic and celestial imagery presented on stage. Adding to the excitement, the range in genre and tempo kept Laferte’s set lively and dynamic throughout the night. At one point, the crowd settled into their seats, appreciating the alluring emotional ballad Mon Laferte was performing. Seconds later, the crowd sprang to their feet, clapping and screaming at the recognition of just the first note of one of her greatest hits.

You won’t want to miss the latest on Mon Laferte. MON LAFERTE, te amo, will premiere worldwide on Netflix on August 1, 2024. Her new album, Autopoiética, and tickets for the accompanying tour are available now.

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