La Prenda Roja – La Prenda Roja (Segell Microscopi, 2023)
La Prenda Roja (red garment) includes three talented Spanish artists, Cristina López, Sara Sambola, and Ana Brenes. Their self-titled debut album pays homage to feminine identity and expression, skillfully combining traditional flamenco and edgy electronic music beats.
The album is more than a collection of beautifully crafted songs; it’s a representation of the group’s collective identity. As Ana Brenes articulates, “It’s a platform to showcase our unique sound.” La Prenda Roja is the harmonious fusion of three distinctive personalities, each on a journey that converges around a common theme: the exploration of life’s most vital, societal, and introspective themes, all conveyed through the symbolism of the color red. Brenes further emphasizes, “This work is the culmination of who we are and the paths that have led us here.”
Cristina López (Tarragona, 1981) is a versatile artist. Indeed, she is a singer, composer, music producer, and dedicated researcher. A graduate in Flamenco Singing from the Superior School of Music of Catalonia (ESMUC), she also holds a background in Telecommunications Engineering with a specialization in image and sound. She is particularly interested in projects related to flamenco and vocal techniques. Notably, Cristina co-directs LaboratoriA, an experimental flamenco performance company, where she not only composes and produces but also lends her powerful voice. Her collaboration extends to flamenco-jazz projects, including the Chano Domínguez Ensemble alongside Taller de Músics. In addition, she has participated in interdisciplinary collaborations with notable artists such as Pedro G. Romero, Juan Carlos Lérida, Isaki Lacuesta, and El Niño de Elche. Recently, Cristina released “Presagio,” the first single from her debut solo album, marking yet another milestone in her prolific career.
Sara Sambola (Barcelona, 1988) is a singer, composer, and music producer. Her career started with a degree in Flamenco Singing from the Superior School of Music of Catalonia (ESMUC), although her voice has transcended boundaries. For instance, Sara has embraced an array of musical styles throughout her career, spanning flamenco, jazz, world music, urban music, and electronic sounds. Her vocal talent has graced numerous events and festivals, from La Mercè to Premis Cambra, and she has contributed her voice to award-winning documentaries. Sara is also the current vocalist of the group Kejaleo. As a solo artist, she explored the electronic music realm with “Dopamine,” released as an album in 2020. She further delved into Mediterranean and world music with the project “A mí me llaman” in 2021, highlighting her versatility and creative spirit.
Ana Brenes (Barcelona, 1991) is a singer, composer, and dedicated educator, honored as Flamenca of the Year by the Flamenco Associations of Catalonia in 2019. Born into a flamenco family, she graduated in Flamenco Singing from the Superior School of Music of Catalonia (ESMUC). Her artistic journey has taken her across the globe, with performances in countries such as England, France, Morocco, Russia, Ecuador, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia, among others. Ana is an integral member of the multidisciplinary performance company LaboratoriA and serves as the singer and composer of the flamenco Afro-Cuban jazz band Akeré. She also regularly collaborates in the theatrical production “Federico García,” directed by Pep Tosar, and has shared the stage with renowned artists like Mayte Martín, Israel Fernández, and Arcángel. Notably, “Camino” stands as her first solo composition show, a remarkable artistic endeavor that defies tradition through a blend of artistic and theatrical elements.
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Author: Iliana Cabrera
