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Camarón de la Isla

Spanish flamenco singer (1950-1992) · Spain · On the map · Musicians · Died at 41

José Monje Cruz, better known by his stage name Camarón de la Isla, was a Spanish flamenco singer.

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Awards

Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts1999

About this person

Considered one of the all-time greatest flamenco singers, he was noted for his collaborations with Paco de Lucía and Tomatito, and the three of them were of major importance to the revival of flamenco in the second half of the 20th century.

Country
Spain
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1950 to 1992 · aged 41

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