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Music in Spain - from Traditional Flamenco to Modern Rock Festivals

Spain has a rich musical heritage that is at times quite far removed from the rest of western music. Get help with the daunting task of getting into flamenco as well as the arguably even more difficult job of finding good Spanish pop. Also, recommendations of some music to try before you arrive and a guide to the best radio stations and rock festivals in Spain.
Flamenco in Barcelona
Flamenco is Spanish and Barcelona is in Spain - so, some business-minded individuals have put two and two together and decided to put on flamenco shows in Barcelona.

However, Barcelona is not famous for its flamenco. Though some flamenco acts have come out of the city (Ojos de Brujo being the most famous), Flamenco has far more in common with the south of Spain and Madrid than Barcelona.

Spanish Festivals - Rock, Pop & Dance Festivals in Spain
Spanish rock, pop and dance festivals.
Top Five Spanish Flamenco Artists
The five best flamenco artists, with links for you to buy their albums.
Essential Camaron de la Isla Flamenco Albums
Camaron de la Isla is the most influential flamenco artist of all time. Find here the essential Camaron de la Isla CDs, including La Leyenda del Tiempo and Camaron's Paris 1987 live album.
List of Spanish Radio Stations
Links to Spanish radio stations, many of which you can listen to live online. Great for practising your Spanish listening skills or for getting into the music they appreciate. My favorite station from this list is Radio Nacional de Espaņa 3.
List of Popular Spanish Pop Stars
Some of the more popular artists in Spain, with links to their lyrics. Includes about 50% Spanish, 25% Latin American and 25% from the United States.
Radio Circulo - Madrid
My favourite radio station and it's not on the above list. An eclectic mix of jazz, flamenco and avante garde music. Listen live at the bottom of the page.
Flamenco Shows in Madrid
Some of the best venues to hear live flamenco in Madrid.
Spain Rocks
Apparently, Spain's music rocks. If you agree, this page will provide you with lyrics and background information on Spanish pop music, as well as info on movies and music festivals.

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