José Reyes (singer)
Jose Reyes (* 1928 in Nice ; † 6. June 1979 ) was a French Flamenco - singer .
Reyes accompanied his cousin Manitas de Plata on his tours and concerts. In 1975 he founded the music group José Reyes et Los Reyes , from which the Gipsy Kings later formed. He died of lung cancer in 1979 . The albums Flamenco Passion and Gitan Poète were released posthumously .
Web links
- José Reyes at Discogs (English)
- José Reyes & Los Reyes at Allmusic (English)
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SURNAME | Reyes, José |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | French flamenco singer |
DATE OF BIRTH | 1928 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Nice |
DATE OF DEATH | June 6, 1979 |