Well known for many years in his home country of Sweden, this singer-songwriter made his international breakthrough, when his song “Crosses” featured in the TV teen drama series “The O.C.” This month, the 38-year-old is touring Europe with his classical guitar and melancholy songs. Lufthansa Magazin peeked into his bag at Tegel Airport in Berlin

José González at Tegel Airport
© Gene Glover

1 Nail hardener

My fingernails suffer pretty badly from all my guitar playing, so every day, I apply nail hardener from the drugstore.

 

2 Guitar

As a teenager I really wanted to learn to play the guitar. I taught myself by figuring out Beatles songs.

 

3 Loudspeakers

I always take my speakers with me when I tour. After a concert, there’s nothing better than going backstage and listening to loud music.

 

Listen to José González’ Music

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“Leaf Off / The Cave” is the second single from José González’s album "Vestiges & Claws"

José González
Playlist

 

 Ain’t Got No, I Got Life – Nina Simone

Raga Bhoopali – Hariprasad Chaurasia

Baião Infinito – Family Atlantica

 

For more about José González visit
jose-gonzalez.com