Víctor Coyote, influential Spanish musician and artist, dies at 68

Spanish musician, illustrator, and designer Víctor Coyote, also known as Víctor Aparicio Abundancia, has passed away at the age of 68. He was the leader of the band Los Coyotes and was recognized for his multifaceted career spanning music, visual arts, and literature.

Coyote died under circumstances currently being investigated by authorities. He had recently traveled to Segovia to observe a solar eclipse on August 12. On August 13, he was found deceased near a road while cycling.

Throughout his career, Coyote was noted for his refusal to adhere to strict genre boundaries, blending rock with Latin rhythms and navigating between high art and popular culture. He was a significant figure in the Spanish cultural scene, particularly known for his work during the 1980s.