Flamenco masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.
A roundup of legendary flamenco masterpieces!
Alongside traditional flamenco, we’re also featuring tracks from the newer genre known as “Nuevo Flamenco.”
A must-see for lovers of Latin music!
Flamenco is cherished around the world.
With roots in classical tradition yet constantly evolving, it remains a sublime musical genre.
This time, we’ve picked timeless classics of both flamenco and nuevo flamenco from across generations!
Be sure to listen to this great music born in Spain!
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Flamenco masterpieces: Recommended popular songs (1–10)
La vida saleJose Merce
If you like rumba flamenco, I recommend La vida sale.
This track has an incredible groove! And it’s not just catchy—the song is packed with concentrated cante technique.
There’s hardly any electronic sound, yet it has a smoothness reminiscent of house music.
José Mercé’s vocal prowess is top-tier, as you’d expect from a cantaor.
If you’re looking for glamorous, high-energy flamenco, this is a must-check.
Si preguntan por quién doblanAntonio Chacón
Flamenco has a very long history.
Antonio Chacón is the only legendary cantaor in that long history to bear the title “Don.” This “Don” is used like “a don in politics,” meaning he’s essentially the Don of flamenco.
To this day, he remains the only cantaor with that title.
His ability is astounding—his vocal prowess is arguably the best among all cantaores.
His piece “Si preguntan por quién doblan” showcases the height of his vocal skill.
Tu BocaRosario
Expressing sadness is often considered a highlight of flamenco.
However, this Rosario is a slightly different type of cantaora.
What she excels at most is bright, light-hearted flamenco.
You can sense her cheerful, positive personality in her singing voice.
Tu Boca is one of her signature songs, a captivating piece with an irresistibly upbeat melody and solid cante technique.
It’s no exaggeration to say that, when it comes to cheerful flamenco, no one surpasses her.
Flamenco masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (11–20)
Juro QueROSALÍA
When it comes to artists at the forefront of nuevo flamenco, many people probably think of Rosalía.
She’s known as a nuevo flamenco artist who blends flamenco with electropop.
Although she’s extremely famous, she doesn’t come across as a commercial singer; rather, you can sense her respect for flamenco.
“Juro Que” is a work that conveys her desire to share flamenco with the world even more.
Soy GitanoCamaron de la Isla
The legendary cantaor, Camarón de la Isla.
Like Diego El Cigala, he is a legendary cantaor who has led flamenco.
In terms of sheer vocal ability alone, he surpasses Diego El Cigala.
In terms of intensity, he may well be on a higher level than even Antonio Chacón.
His dynamic cante, delivered through a raspy, weathered voice, leaves listeners stunned.
“Soy Gitano” is a track where you can truly feel his power.
Para Que Tu No LloresAntonio Carmona
Antonio Carmona, the vocalist of Ketama.
He’s the key figure who sparked nationwide support for nuevo flamenco across Spain.
His greatest charm is, without a doubt, his outstanding songwriting ability.
Without him, Ketama probably wouldn’t have become as popular as they did.
That’s how exceptional a songwriter he is.
“Para Que Tú No Llores” is one of his hit songs.
The melody is incredibly sophisticated, so be sure to give it a listen!
Respeto y orgulloOki Jin
Japan’s treasure, Jin Oki! There are three major competitions in flamenco, and Jin Oki won one of them: the Murcia “Niño Ricardo” International Flamenco Guitar Competition.
It was the first time for a Japanese performer to achieve this, and it was covered by the media at the time.
As you’d expect from someone who won a world-level competition, his skill is extraordinary.
Among today’s guitarists, he is unquestionably in the top tier.
The track “Respeto y orgullo” is a piece where you can savor Oki’s technique.