Rosario Guerrero, better known as La Tremendita, is a flamenco bass player and singer who has taken the world by storm with her soulful and passionate performances. With her powerful voice and masterful musicianship, she has become one of the most sought-after artists in the flamenco community.
La Tremendita was born into the heart of flamenco in Triana (Seville, Spain) in 1984. Inheriting her singing talent from her great-grandmother Enriqueta “La Pescaera,” her great-aunt “La Gandinga de Triana,” and her father José “El Tremendo,” La Tremendita effortlessly began showcasing her abilities as a child in local flamenco circles. However, she was driven to dig deeper and understand the roots of this expressive art form, constantly pushing herself to grow. With a thirst for knowledge, La Tremendita studied music education and piano, taking part in the most prestigious national flamenco contests and earning multiple awards.
Her early years were spent providing her vocal talent to the biggest flamenco dancers, but in 2008, she decided to step into the spotlight and invest in her solo career. La Tremendita’s creativity and musical direction shone in her first album “A Tiempo,” followed by “Fatum”, which was nominated for the Latin Grammy Awards’ Best Flamenco Album. Her collaboration with Iranian singer Mohamed Motamedi on “Qasida” brought a fusion of flamenco and Persian music and poetry to the stage.
La Tremendita’s album, “Delirium Tremens”, takes her innovative exploration to the next level. This audiovisual project invites the audience to actively participate in the recording, making it not just a performance, but a unique and unforgettable live experience. Alongside musical guests Estrella Morente and Josemi Carmona, La Tremendita takes traditional flamenco and introduces new harmonic environments, creating a truly one-of-a-kind performance. As part of the new project “Cantahora” with Gema Caballero, and Andrés Marín’s “Don Quijote,” La Tremendita continues to honor tradition while revolutionizing the art form, delivering a hybrid, carnal, and provocative flamenco.
Rosario’s live performances are truly a sight to behold. She pours her heart and soul into each song, filling the air with the powerful, passionate sound of her voice. Her fingers move with lightning speed over the strings of her bass, creating a mesmerizing rhythm that is both lively and soulful. And her movements are just as captivating, as she dances with the music, her body flowing in perfect harmony with the beat.
But it’s not just Rosario’s musical talent that sets her apart. It’s her energy, her passion, and her spirit that truly make her stand out as a performer. When she sings, she draws the audience into her world, and they are transported to a place of pure emotion and raw energy.
In a world where music is often seen as disposable, Rosario la Tremendita reminds us of the power of art to move us, to inspire us, and to bring us together. Her performances are a celebration of life, of love, and of all the things that make us human. And that is what makes her one of the most innovative flamenco artists of her generation.
Discography:
A Tiempo (World Village, 2010)
Fatum – Al Trazar Nuestro Camino, Forjamos Nuestro Destino (Picap, 2013)
Delirium Tremens (Universal Music, 2018)
Tremenda. Principio y Origen (Gutifunk & Achilisound Discos, 2022)
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.