Inspired by her female ancestors, Lela Soto presents her debut album.

El fuego que llevo dentro is the debut album by cantaora (flamenco singer) Lela Soto. This performance is a powerful tribute to the ancestral flamenco legacy passed down through generations of her iconic family, including legends such as Manuel Soto Sordera, Vicente Soto Sordera, Sorderita, Ray Heredia, La Pompi, El Gloria, and María Bala.

In this deeply personal project, Lela Soto carries forward her family’s rich heritage, blending it with her own unique voice and vision while ensuring flamenco’s vibrant evolution. The show highlights the profound influence of the women in her family, whose teachings have shaped her artistry, even though their contributions have often remained outside the limelight.

The performance delves into themes of love, loss, and emotional intensity, exploring the darker shadows of relationships where even love itself cannot heal all wounds. With a fresh approach to traditional forms and original compositions created specifically for this work, El fuego que llevo dentro offers an immersive, raw experience of flamenco at its most daring and authentic.

Part of the 2025 Flamenco Festival

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