Music Genres Loved in Spain | Featuring Famous Artists!

No Habra Segunda ParteFlavio Rodríguez

FLAVIO RODRIGUEZ – NOHABRASEGUNDAPARTE (CANAL BOA)

When people think of Spain, many inevitably picture Latin music like flamenco or reggaeton.

While those genres are certainly popular, teenagers and people in their twenties mainly prefer hip-hop and R&B.

One singer-songwriter who is especially highly regarded in Spain’s R&B scene is Flavio Rodríguez, who sings “No Habrá Segunda Parte.” His raspy voice paired with R&B is incredibly cool—be sure to check him out.

Seguiriyas GitanasAntonio Chacón

Seguiriyas Gitanas

Flamenco is a traditional Spanish music genre with a history of over 500 years.

Did you know there is a title in flamenco called “Don”? This title carries the same meaning as the Japanese “Don”—in other words, it denotes the face or top figure of the field.

In fact, across 500 years of history, only one person has ever earned this title.

The holder of that title is Don Antonio Chacón, who sings “Seguiriyas Gitanas.” He is not Romani.

Although flamenco originated with the Romani people, the fact that a non-Romani singer represents the genre shows just how merit-based flamenco is.

ProblemaKetama

Problema

Ketama is a great band representing Spain.

Formed by brothers led by Antonio Carmona, they established the genre known as nuevo flamenco, which has now become mainstream in Spain.

At their debut, they drew criticism for bringing reforms to traditional flamenco, but they proved their overwhelming musicality and, by the late 1980s, had gained support even within the flamenco community.

Their appeal lies in their impeccable taste and their masterful blend of flamenco with contemporary genres.

MalamenteROSALÍA

ROSALÍA – MALAMENTE (Cap.1: Augurio)

Nuevo flamenco, which mixes flamenco with contemporary music genres, continues to evolve today.

At the forefront is Rosalía, who sings “Malamente.” Until now, Nuevo Flamenco commonly meant blending flamenco with jazz or R&B.

However, she brings a new breeze to the style.

The essence she adds is hip-hop, and as a result, Nuevo Flamenco has become known in the global mainstream.

She may not be a traditional flamenco cantaora, but it’s no exaggeration to say that her contribution to the flamenco world is number one even among Spanish artists.

La gataMoncho

Moncho – La gata

When people think of Spain, many probably picture flamenco.

Indeed, flamenco is a music genre that represents Spain, but there is another iconic genre as well: bolero.

In Japan, Shigeru Matsuzaki is known for excelling at it.

A great singer who represents bolero is Moncho, the artist who sings “La gata.” His boleros, delivered with an exceptionally warm voice, are clearly on a different level, so anyone who knows even a little about bolero but isn’t familiar with Moncho will likely be surprised.

Dile a los demásDani Fernández

Dani Fernández – Dile a los demás (Videoclip Oficial)

In Spain’s music scene, genres like hip-hop, R&B, flamenco, and bolero hold sway.

Rock is comparatively a minor genre.

Representing Spain’s rock scene is the singer-songwriter Dani Fernández.

He specializes in nostalgic alternative rock with a vibe reminiscent of the 1980s, so in today’s revival-driven era, I think many listeners will find his sound appealing.

ZorraBad Gyal

Bad Gyal – Zorra

When it comes to genres popular among young people in Spain, many might think of reggaeton.

However, that’s entirely incorrect.

Reggaeton is supported in the Spanish-speaking regions of Central America, and it isn’t particularly popular in Spain.

In this away-game environment for reggaeton, there’s a reggaeton singer performing “Zorra”: Bad Gyal.

It’s a catchy reggaeton track, so I think it’s easy to listen to.