About Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate”
Lived 1930 – 2005 (aged 75). Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” was a Spanish singer, musician and film actor.
El Chocolate (Antonio Núñez Montoya, 4 May 1931 – 19 June 2005 ) was a Flamenco singer from Seville. He was one of the stars of Carlos Saura's film Flamenco.
Background Montoya was born in Jerez de la Frontera and was related to the Montoya clan. He grew up in Seville.
Career He appeared in the film Los Torantos and recorded music with Niño Ricardo and Melchor de Marchena.
Recognition He was awarded the second Giraldillo del Cante award in 2002.
Partial discography Antonio Núñez 'El Chocolate' (Belter, 1968) Mano a Mano El Chocolate/ Fosforito (Belter 1970) Antonio Núñez 'El Chocolate' (Trama, 1977) Los Cantes de El Chocolate (SAEF, 1980) 50 Años de Flamenco, 1935–1985 (Olympo, 1985) Los Cantes de El Chocolate (Perfil, 1986) El Chocolate, Maestros del Cante (Hispavox, 1987) El Chocolate, Maestros del Flamenco (Hispavox, 1988) Antonio Núñez 'El Chocolate', Flamenco de Hoy (Coliseum, 1990) Si Yo Volviera a Nacer (Senador, 1996) Mis 70 años con el Cante (Palo Nuevo/Muxxic, 2001)
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Who was Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate”?
Spanish flamenco singer (1930-2005)
When was Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” born?
Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” was born on 4 May 1930 in Jerez de la Frontera.
When did Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” die?
Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” died on 20 July 2005 in Seville.
What was Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate”'s occupation?
Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” was a singer, musician and film actor.
What nationality was Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate”?
Antonio Núñez “El Chocolate” was Spanish.
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