Note from the editor: This article was originally written by Mauricio Davila on November 11, 2026 and was translated to English by Gabriela Mata
The Mexican band Maná showcased at the Moody Center for their concert on their tour “Vivir sin Aire,” with a message of support for Latinos after midterm elections.
After a memorable political week for Latinos in Texas, Maná carried out their tour “Vivir sin Aire” at the Moody Center on Sunday, Nov. 8th, with a concert that celebrated Mexican and Latino pride in the United States. The Texan en Español was present to cover the event.
Maná, which became the first Spanish rock band to be nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, is considered to be the “most popular and influential Latin rock band of all time.”
Formed in 1986, the Mexican band has had much success during four decades, becoming a familiar name for many generations. On their tour “Vivir sin Aire”, the band celebrated their forty years with concerts all over America.
The compromise between Maná and the Latino community has marked their political participation in the United States. In recent years, the band has publicly backed Democratic candidates such as Joe Biden in 2020 and Kamala Harris in 2024, has advocated for migratory reforms, and has incited latinos to vote.
All of this was felt at the November 8th concert when Maná filled Moody Center with nostalgia and Latino pride. With hits like “De Pies a Cabeza,” “Mariposa Traicionera,” and “Clavado en un Bar,” the band encouraged attendees of all ages to sing and dance. Austin was the last stop for the tour in the United States, and its crowd won the affection of vocalist Fher Olvera, who highlighted its energy compared to that of other cities on the tour.
Mexican and Latino strength were recurring themes during the night, with Fher Olvera constantly gesturing to Mexican and other Latin American flags within the audience. Excitedly, Olvera also shook the Mexican flag during the scene.
Before closing the concert with “Oye Mi Amor,” their most famous song, Olvera dedicated a message to Latinos in the United States, speaking about the growth of Latino influence in the country.
“There we go. Little by little. With love and work, conquering this country!” said Olvera. After midterm elections in which the Latino vote contributed to a historic victory for Democrats, Olvera said, “Continue being united. Strength lies in unity!”
The singer also recognized the results in Texas, where the Democratic candidate Gina Hinojosa made history in becoming the first Mexican Governor chosen in the state, and the first Democrat to become governor in more than thirty years.
“Now you are going to have a governor here in Texas, Gina Hinojosa,” said Olvera. “Welcome!”
“Hope, love! Hope, love!” said Olvera.
