Samuel Pimentel Serrano, known artistically as Samuel Serrano, is a renowned flamenco cantaor born in Chipiona in 1994. He is the great hope of the Chipiona flamenco scene and belongs to the Los Agujetas lineage. With a deep, raw, and racial voice, he evokes greats like Tío Juan Talega, Chocolate, Terremoto, and Antonio Mairena. His talent and deep connection to cante jondo have made him a prominent figure in the flamenco world.

Career

Samuel Serrano began singing from an early age, inspired by the songs he heard from his father and under the guidance of his cousin Manuel Flores “Macarrón”. His artistic godfather, Paco Cepero, has been a significant influence on his development. Samuel has participated in numerous festivals and flamenco gatherings, notably performing at the Baluarte de la Candelaria in Cádiz with Niño de Pura, showcasing his maturity in cante.

He has appeared on Canal Sur and Radio Nacional de España, and has given notable recitals at festivals such as Yerbabuena in Las Cabezas de San Juan with Paco Cepero. Additionally, he has performed in cities like Madrid and Zamora.

Collaborations

Samuel Serrano has worked with some of the biggest names in flamenco, bringing his distinctive touch to each collaboration. Some of the artists he has collaborated with include:

1. Paco Cepero - Prestigious flamenco guitarist and his artistic godfather.
2. Manuel Flores “Macarrón” - His cousin and early mentor in flamenco.
3. Niño de Pura - With whom he has performed at the Baluarte de la Candelaria.
4. Paco León - Tremendous guitarist, in my opinion the best one to accompany Samuel. You can check it out in Samuel Serrano’s music videos: Un Viaje a la Tradición - Bulería and Un Viaje a la Tradición - Tangos. The result of both the artists and the work done by One Shot Producciones is simply excellent.

Musical Style

Samuel Serrano’s style is a fusion of:

• Cante jondo: Keeping the legacy of pure flamenco alive.
• Spontaneity and rhythm: Characteristic of flamenco parties and festivals.
• Deep emotion: Each performance is filled with feeling and authenticity.

Performances and Tours

Throughout his career, Samuel has participated in major festivals and given numerous concerts both in Spain and abroad. Some of the most notable festivals include:

• Festival Potaje de Utrera
• Fiesta de la Bulería in Jerez
• Velada de las Nieves
• Bienal de Sevilla

Abroad, he has performed at major festivals such as:

• Teatro Mayor de Bogotá (Colombia)
• San Francisco (USA)
• New York (USA)

Television and Documentaries

Samuel has performed live on television programs such as:

• García Lorca (Casa Patas, Madrid)
• Teatro Conde Duque (Madrid)

Teaching

In addition to his performances, Samuel is part of various shows, including those by guitarist Gerardo Núñez and the Fiesta Flamenca from the Barrio de Santiago.

Recognitions and Reviews

”Samuel Serrano is a phenomenon. His cante is jondo, direct, and pure.”

— Gerardo Núñez

”His voice has a depth that tastes of glory. He is a prodigy of flamenco cante.”

— Revista Flamenca

”Samuel Serrano’s cante is jondo, direct, and pure by right. His ability to convey the duende and the flamenco cry distinguishes him as one of the great cantaors of our time.”

— Revista Flamenca