Diego El Cigala in Wrocław: a flamenco voice in dialogue with tango and Latin tradition

For years the number 1 flamenco singer, sometimes called the “Sinatra of flamenco”. Paco de Lucia described him as our time's most important flamenco voice. The nickname “El Cigala” came from Camaron de la Isla himself, the legendary flamenco singer.

Diego El Cigala comes to Wrocław with a programme from “Lagrimas Negras”, considered the breakthrough album of his career.
The concert takes place on 18 June at Capitol Musical Theatre as part of WrocLove Fest 2019, held annually for Wrocław's city celebrations.

Diego El Cigala, whose real name is Diego Ramón Jiménez Salazar, was born into a Spanish Romani family and grew up surrounded by flamenco art and music. He began his musical career singing on the streets and in flamenco clubs. His exceptional sense of rhythm made him one of the finest accompanying singers. In that role, he sang with stars including Camarón, Tomatito, Gerardo Núñez and Vicente Amigo.

He began his solo career in 1994. Today, he has 8 albums and numerous prestigious awards to his name, including two Grammys and 5 Latin Grammys. One of his great albums, “Lágrimas negras” (2003), recorded with 85-year-old Cuban pianist Bebo Valdes, brought him worldwide success and critical acclaim.
Diego El Cigala is a master of musical fusion. He combines flamenco with tango, bolero and traditional Latin American music in extraordinary ways, as heard on his recent albums “Cigala & Tango”, “Romance de la Luna Tucumana” and “Indestructible”. Diego El Cigala blends tradition with modernity, while his captivating, charismatic voice holds listeners’ attention and takes them on an unforgettable musical journey.

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