The music world says goodbye to Manuel de la Calva: “An overwhelming energy”

The world of music and entertainment in Spain is mourning the death of Manuel de la Calva, a member of the celebrated Dúo Dinámico . The SGAE ( Spanish Association of Musicians) will hold a public funeral service tomorrow at its Madrid headquarters from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. to pay his respects. Through social media and official statements, artists, institutions, and fans are expressing their admiration and gratitude for the indelible mark he has left on Spanish popular music, recognizing his career as a fundamental part of the emotional memories of several generations.

The first of them, by Ramón Arcusa , the other member of the Dúo Dinámico, who dedicated a moving message to his friend in X. The text begins: “Manolo de la Calva, my soul mate, more than a brother, companion of a hundred adventures and a thousand songs has left us today. Don’t cry for him, he wouldn’t want to. He was the soul of Dúo, always happy, optimistic, positive. Sing with him in this farewell. Thank you for so much, friend. You are already eternal. Take care wherever you are.”

Singer Raphael also publicly bid farewell to Manuel de la Calva with a message describing him as a fundamental part of the history of Spanish music and remembering his overwhelming energy. He assures us that he will miss him and extends his condolences and a hug to family and friends.

The General Society of Authors and Publishers (SGAE) has expressed its condolences with a message on social media, describing Manuel de la Calva as an "eternal author," also noting that he was a member of its Board of Directors and received the organization's Medal of Honor.

The group Amaral bids farewell to Manuel de la Calva with a message recalling a conversation about music and experiences with the Dúo Dinámico during the Sonorama Festival. They accompany their remarks with a photograph of Eva Amaral with them.

Spanish National Television ( RTVE ) also mourned the artist's death and recalled his constant presence on television for decades, stressing that Manuel de la Calva will always remain in the collective memory.

Carlos Baute fondly recalls having the opportunity to sing with the Dúo Dinámico and describes Manuel de la Calva and Ramón Arcusa as great professionals and, above all, charming people. He emphasizes that Manolo's musical and personal legacy will live on forever.

The Film Academy remembers Manuel de la Calva not only as part of The Dynamic Duo, but also for his role as an actor, with appearances in films such as Búsqueme a esa chica , Una chica para dos , Botón de ancla and País SA

Javier Herrero, a member of Los Pecos , expresses his profound sadness at the death of Manuel de la Calva and, on behalf of himself and his brother Pedro, sends his condolences to his family and friends. He also emphasizes that he always considered him "one of the greatest" and a personal and musical reference.

Comedian and presenter Pedro Ruiz expressed his sadness upon hearing the news and fondly remembered the singer, whom he said he loved very much. He also emphasized the closeness he and Ramón displayed in the entertainment world and deeply regretted his loss.