Delfín Amaya, member of Los Amaya, dies at 74

Delfín Amaya, a central figure in the rumba catalana genre and member of the legendary duo Los Amaya, has died in Barcelona at the age of 74.

Alongside his brother José, Delfín helped define a musical style that transitioned from traditional flamenco toward a pop-influenced sound incorporating electric guitars and sentimental ballads. The duo achieved significant international success, particularly in Europe, South America, and Mexico, following a career-defining collaboration with producer Tony Ronald in 1978.

Among their most recognized hits are ‘Vete’, ‘Caramelos’, and ‘¡Qué mala suerte la mía!’. Coming from a Gypsy family with deep musical roots, including a connection to the renowned flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya, the brothers rose from performing at local festivities in Barcelona's Raval neighborhood to becoming global icons of the genre.