Juanita Reina, born on August 25, 1925, in Seville, Spain, was a celebrated figure in the world of Spanish folk and copla music. Known affectionately as "La Reina de la Copla" ("The Queen of Copla"), she captivated audiences with her powerful voice and emotive performances that deeply resonated with the Spanish populace. With a career that spanned several decades, Reina's legacy is indelibly marked by her contributions to the preservation and dissemination of traditional Spanish music.

Launching her career in the early 1940s, Juanita Reina's rise to fame was fueled by her magnetic presence and her ability to convey the soul of copla, a genre that interweaves the dramatic stories of Spanish life with passionate and often heart-wrenching melodies. Her artistry extended to acting as well, with performances in films such as "Lola la Piconera" that further solidified her status as a multifaceted performer. The body of her work reflects an enduring dedication to her craft, with songs like "Francisco Alegre" and "Capote de grana y oro" becoming cornerstones of her celebrated repertoire. Though she passed away on March 19, 1999, the legacy of Juanita Reina lives on, particularly in the remastered recordings of her iconic tracks, ensuring her voice continues to echo through Spain's cultural landscape and beyond.

Genres

Copla

Latest Release

Capote de grana y oro (Remastered)

Juanita Reina

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released September 25, 2023