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Marina HerediaSpanish flamenco singer
Date of Birth: 10.04.1980
Country:  France |
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Marina Heredia: A Flamenco Legend
Marina Heredia Ríos, born on April 10, 1980, in the Albaicín neighborhood of Granada, Spain, is a renowned Spanish flamenco singer. According to music researcher Luis Lopez Ruiz, Heredia is the "legendary reflection of a magnificent voice." Heredia's musical development was greatly influenced by flamenco legends such as Camarón de la Isla, Manolo Caracol, La Niña de los Peines, and Antonio Chacón.
Early Life and Musical Journey
Marina Heredia is the daughter of Jaime Heredia, one of the greatest flamenco singers known for his powerful voice and success in the soléa style. Thanks to her famous father, Marina had the opportunity to follow in his footsteps from a very young age. She received training at the "Mariquilla" school and recalls, "From early childhood, I lived flamenco, but it was limited to the walls of my home because I felt shy about singing in public."
However, everything changed when Marina made her debut as a singer at the age of 12 at the opening ceremony of the Granada Congress and Exhibition Palace in 1992. Her father, Jaime, played a crucial role in helping her overcome stage fright. At the age of 13, Heredia entered a recording studio for the first time, contributing to the album "Malgret la Nuit," a flamenco album for children.
Career Highlights
Throughout her career, Marina Heredia has demonstrated her versatility in the flamenco world, collaborating with leading artists and immersing herself in various styles. She performed at the Madrid Sur Festival in 1995, the Espárrago Rock Festival in 1998, and the Munich Biennale in 1999, where she sang flamenco in English and German in the opera "De Amore" by composer Mauricio Sotelo.
In 2000, Heredia appeared in Dominique Abel's documentary film "En nombre del padre," which explores her entire family's dedication to flamenco. The release of her first solo album, "Me duele, me duele," in 2001 marked a significant milestone in her career. The album showcased a fusion of bulerías, alegría, tango, rumba, and Spanish ballads, successfully combining the soul of flamenco with the joys of everyday life.
In 2008, Heredia established her own record label, "Los Gitanillos," and released her second album, "La voz del agua." This marked the beginning of her creative independence, with collaborations featuring renowned artists such as guitarist José Quevedo. Marina's third album, "Marina," released in 2010, earned her the award for "Best Flamenco Album" at the Cante Flamenco Awards in 2011.
Continued Success
Marina Heredia's success continued with her participation in various festivals and events, including the Flamenco Festival of Majadahonda, performances in Huelva, and a charitable event for the earthquake victims in Lorca. She also headlined the Flamenco Festival in Tampere, Finland.
In 2012, Heredia collaborated with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, lending her voice to the interpretation of Manuel de Falla's flamenco ballet, "El amor brujo." She also performed at the Flamenco Biennial in Seville and appeared in the program "Las Esencias" at the Flamenco on Fire Festival in 2015.
Marina Heredia continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her powerful and soulful voice, solidifying her status as a legendary figure in the flamenco genre.
