Tomatito

José Fernández Torres, known as Tomatito was born in Almeria (1958). He is a Spanish Romani (Gypsy) flamenco guitarist. He was born among great flamenco guitarists, including his father Tomate and uncle Niño Miguel.

Tomatito became a flamenco sensation at an early age when he was discovered by famed guitarist Paco de Lucía and began working in part with legendary flamenco singer Camarón de la Isla. In 1979, the trio produced a hit called La Leyenda del Tiempo. Their partnership continued until Camarón's death in 1992. A later collaboration included pianist Michel Camilo, producing the albums Spain (2000) and Spain Again (2006).

Tomatito's music is a unique mix of traditional flamenco and jazz. On some albums, such as Barrio Negro, he experimented with Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Music. He has also worked with flamenco singer Duquende and pianist Chano Domínguez among many others.

Tomatito has produced six solo albums. His music for the film Vengo, directed by Tony Gatlif, won the César Award for Best Music Written for a Film in 2001. Four years later, he won a Latin Grammy for Best Flamenco Record, for his album Aguadulce. More flamenco guitarists.

Discography (partial)

Tomatito solo
1987: Paris 1987
1987: Rosas del Amor
1991: Barrio Negro
1997: Guitarra Gitana
2000: Spain (met Michel Camilo)
2001: Paseo de los Castaños
2002: Nuevos Medios Colección
2004: Aguadulce
2006: Spain Again (met Michel Camilo)
2008: Antologia 1998 - 2008

with Camarón and Paco de Lucía
1981: Como El Agua
1983: Calle Real
1984: Vivire
1989: Soy Gitano
1992: Potro de Rabia y Miel

with Camarón and others
1979: La Leyenda del Tiempo
1999: Paris 1987
Tomatito won in 2005 de 'Latin Grammy for Best Flamenco Record' voor zijn album Aguadulce.

Movies
1995 „Flamenco“ as performer/musician
1997 „Bin ich schön?“ as composer
2000 „Vengo“ as performer/musician
2002 „Salomé“ as composer

Website Tomatito
Tomatito and his gypsy guitar