Pitingo and Festival Internacional del Cante de las Minas

Pitingo, born Antonio Manuel Álvarez Vélez in Ayamonte, Huelva, Spain, is a renowned cantaor known for his unique "soulería" style, fusing flamenco with soul, gospel, and R&B. Celebrated for emotionally charged performances and a remarkable vocal range, he gained recognition for songs like "Killing Me Softly With His Song". He has collaborated with artists such as Sam Moore and received honors including the Castillete de Oro. His albums include Mestizo y Fronterizo.

El Festival Internacional del Cante de las Minas es un prestigioso certamen español de flamenco que se celebra anualmente desde 1961 en La Unión, Región de Murcia. Declarado de Interés Turístico Internacional, reúne a destacados artistas y talentos emergentes que compiten en disciplinas de cante, guitarra, baile e instrumentación en el histórico Antiguo Mercado Público.