Regional Mexican singer-songwriter Iván Cornejo brought his “Mirada” tour to the Kia Forum on June 28, performing to a sold-out crowd of fans eager to hear his emotionally driven songs. Mixing traditional sierreño roots with modern influences, Cornejo showed why he’s become one of the genre’s fastest-rising stars. Here’s a look at highlights from the night.
Close-up of Iván Cornejo singing his opening song, “Atención”. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Stretching his arms wide, Cornejo points the mic toward the audience, letting thousands of voices fill in the lyrics with him. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
At the mic stand, Cornejo delivers each lyric with calm intensity. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Fans pack the Kia Forum on the first of two sold-out nights of Cornejo’s “Mirada” tour. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Cornejo powers through the chorus, breaking his grip free from the mic stand in a surge of energy. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Cornejo grips the mic stand during a powerful verse. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Iván Cornejo sings into the mic stand, delivering a heartfelt performance. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
In a moment of pause, Cornejo steps back to take in the crowd that fills the arena. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
Cornejo holds a hand to his chest, pouring feeling into each note. Photographed by Amy Miranda/BruinLife.
