Mario Vaquerizo and Alaska, Protagonists of a Scandal Valued at 130,000 Euros

Mario Vaquerizo and Alaska are in the eye of the storm following the hiring of their groups for the Cádiz Carnival. The total amount for the concerts, which reaches 130,000 euros, has sparked an intense debate about public spending and its beneficiaries. Despite the controversy, neither artist has made statements about it, remaining on the sidelines of the controversy.

The Cádiz City Council has been criticized for allocating a considerable sum to these shows. Meanwhile Fangoria will receive almost 96,800 euros, Nancys Rubias and Kiko Veneno will each receive 30,250 euros. The news has sparked heated reactions, especially from the opposition, which has questioned the choice of these artists over local options.

David de la Cruz, councilor of Adelante Izquierda Gaditana, denounced that this expenditure is equivalent to "almost the same as the entire Falla program from March to May". His remark points to possible political favoritism in the selection of artists. This could affect the public image of Alaska and Vaquerizo, even though they have had no influence on the decision.

Beyond the controversy, the city is preparing for its traditional Carnival. However, the question remains: is this investment in major artists justifiable compared to hiring local musicians?

The Reaction of Cádiz City Council

The Councilor of Festivities, Beatriz Gandullo, has replied to the criticisms. According to her, the hiring of these artists is part of an "unprecedented investment in the Carnival" strategy. She emphasized that the budget for local shows and artists has been increased by 43%.

"It deeply saddens me that they are focusing the spotlight of this city's major festival on whether a particular artist comes or not," she stated. Her stance is clear: the decision to include Fangoria and Nancys Rubias is not about political issues but about the diversity and quality of the line-up.

However, the opposition insists there is a political background. David de la Cruz stated that "they are part of a PP client network". With these words, he suggested that these contracts could be related to support for certain campaigns.

Mario Vaquerizo and Alaska, Protagonists of a Scandal Valued at 130,000 Euros

While the controversy continues to grow, neither Alaska nor Mario Vaquerizo has wanted to comment. Both have remained on the sidelines of the political discussion, but the controversy could affect their image. Their participation in the Cádiz Carnival, far from being a celebration, has involuntarily placed them at the center of a debate about the use of public funds.

The media impact of this situation could lead to future complications for the artists. Although their popularity is undeniable, this type of accusation could generate a negative perception in certain sectors of the public. The uncertainty about whether they will speak or not remains.

The debate has transcended the political sphere and reached the citizens. On social media, many defend the quality of the contracted artists, while others believe more local talent could have been supported. The investment in the Cádiz Carnival has historically been a topic of discussion, but this edition has fueled the fire.

Mario Vaquerizo and Alaska have become involuntary protagonists of a debate about how public money is managed in cultural events. Although they have not made statements, the controversy could impact their reputation. The City Council's decision continues to generate mixed reactions, leaving the discussion about the management of the Cádiz Carnival in future editions open.