Manolo Caracol Spain
Biography
Manuel Ortega Juárez. (July 9, 1909 - February 24, 1973), was a flamenco cantaor (singer). Born in Seville, Spain, he was descended from a long line of flamenco artists including Enrique Ortega (father and son) and Curro Dulce, and he was possibly related to El Planeta and El Fillo. The family was also known for its bull fighters. Under the stage name El Caracol, he "gained international fame as much for his flamboyant personality as for his extraordinary cante.
