Paco De Lucía - Luzia

Review by Victor Athayde

Luzia by Paco De Lucía: A Flamenco Journey That Stays With You If you're into music that feels like a warm hug from another part of the world, Luzia by Paco De Lucía might just be your next obsession. Released in 2010, this album is a masterclass in blending Latin roots with global jazz vibes, all while keeping that unmistakable flamenco fire alive. It’s not just an album; it’s more like sitting around a campfire where every track tells its own story. One thing I gotta say upfront—Paco doesn’t mess around when it comes to guitar work. The guy practically breathes music, and it shows on every single track. Let me break down two songs that stuck with me because, honestly, how do you pick just one? First up, “Manha De Carnaval.” Yeah, yeah, it’s originally a Brazilian classic, but Paco makes it his own here. When he starts playing those opening notes, you can almost picture yourself walking through cobblestone streets somewhere in Europe or maybe even sipping coffee at a café in Spain. His guitar sings—not in words, but in emotions—and before you know it, you’re completely hooked. There’s something about the way he layers melodies that feels both effortless and deeply personal. Like, wow, dude really poured his soul into this. Then there’s “El Chorruelo (Bulería).” Oh man, this one hits different. Right off the bat, the rhythm grabs you by the collar and pulls you in. Joaquín Grilo adds some killer handclaps and body percussion that give the whole thing an electric energy. And let’s not forget Antonio Carmona’s cajón—it’s subtle, but it ties everything together perfectly. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to stomp your feet and clap along, even if you’re alone in your living room looking kinda silly. By the end of it, you’ll probably realize you’ve been smiling for no reason—which is always a good sign, right? What stands out most about Luzia isn’t just the technical brilliance (though, yeah, Paco’s skills are unreal) but how human it feels. Every strum, every note, every beat has weight behind it. You can tell this wasn’t just slapped together in a studio—it was crafted with care. And hey, props to Pepe Loeches for mixing and mastering because the sound quality? Chef’s kiss. The album also features cool little surprises, like Duquende’s vocals on “Beyond The Mirage” and Paco himself singing on a few tracks. Hearing him step out from behind the guitar to belt out lyrics gives the record a raw, intimate vibe. It’s like catching a glimpse of someone letting their guard down for a moment. Oh, and fun fact: this album dropped in over ten countries, including Turkey, Japan, Poland, and Russia. That says a lot about how universal Paco’s music is. Whether you’re vibing to flamenco in Spain or jamming to global jazz in Ukraine, Luzia speaks a language everyone understands. So, would I recommend this album? Absolutely. But fair warning—it might ruin other playlists for you for a while. Once you’ve heard Paco rip through these tracks, anything else might feel… well, boring. Final thought? Listening to Luzia feels like stepping into a dream where borders don’t exist, and music is the only currency. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself randomly googling “how to play flamenco guitar” after hearing it. Trust me, you won’t be the first.

Artist: Paco De Lucía
Album: Luzia

1998

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
La Villa Vieja (Soleá)	6:52
Camarón	6:07
Río De La Miel	5:08
Manteca Colorá (Rumba)	4:58
Calle Municion	5:35
Calle Munición	5:37
Camarón	6:07
Río De La Miel	5:08
Me Regalé	5:36
El Chorruelo (Bulería)	5:58
Calle Munición	5:37
Rio de la Miel	5:6
Me Regalé (Tangos)	5:36
Me Regalé	5:36
Calle Munición (Alegría)	5:38
Camaron	6:7
Camarón (Rondeña)	6:08
Luzia	5:38
Manteca Colorá	4:58
Me Regale	5:34
La Villa Vieja	6:50
Luzia (Siguiriya)	5:41
Manha De Carnaval	6:11
Río De La Miel (Bulería)	5:09
Manteca Colora	4:55
El Chorruelo	5:56
Beyond The Mirage	6:10
Le Monastere Dans Les Montagnes	6:15
Azzura	7:58
Luzia	5:40
Manteca Colorá	4:58

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Mercury
Artwave Records
Not On Label (Paco De Lucía)
Verve Records
Blue Thumb Records
Mercury, Universal Music Group
Mercury, Universal

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écouter en ligne
lyssna på nätet
online anhören
ascolta in linea
ouvir online
escuchar en línea
lytte på nettet
online luisteren
kuunnella verkossa

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Companies

Role	Company
Recorded At	Estudios Musitron
Record Company	Mercury Music Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Distributed By	PolyGram K.K.
Copyright (c)	Artwave Records
Licensed From	PolyGram
Published By	Plaza Müzik
Manufactured By	Unknown (M3M)
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Polygram Ibérica, S.A.
Made By	Universal M & L, Germany
Mixed At	Musigrama
Mastered At	Musigrama
Marketed By	Polygram Ibérica, S.A.
Pressed By	UML

Credits

Role	Credit
Guitar	Paco De Lucía
Written-By	Paco De Lucía
Producer	Paco De Lucía
Mixed By	Pepe Loeches
Mastered By	Pepe Loeches
Recorded By	José Luis Garrido
Artwork	Pedro Delgado
Backing Vocals	Chonchi (tracks: 4)
Body Percussion	Joaquín Grilo (tracks: 3)
Handclaps	Joaquín Grilo (tracks: 3)
Cajón	Antonio Carmona (tracks: 1), Tino Di Geraldo (tracks: 4)
Congas	Luis Dulzaides (tracks: 6)
Directed By	Paco De Lucía
Laúd	Paco De Lucía (tracks: 2, 5)
Liner Notes	Félix Grande
Mandola	Josemi Carmona (tracks: 4)
Bass	Carlos Benavent (tracks: 6)
Pandeiro	Tino Di Geraldo (tracks: 4 to 6)
Photography By	Manuel Nieto
Vocals	Duquende (tracks: 4), Paco De Lucía (tracks: 5, 8)
Design	Pedro Delgado
Concept By	Paco De Lucía
Composed By	Paco De Lucía
Management	International Music Network
Text By	Félix Grande
Songwriter	Paco de Lucía

Notes

Recorded at Musitron Studios.
(p)&(c) 1998 Polygram Iberica, Madrid
Category Taken From The CD Matrix
℗&© 1998 Polygram Iberica, Madrid (Spain)
Packaged in a Jewel case + 4-page leaflet. Inner pages are blank.
Total Time: 45:56 (as printed on the back cover)
Total Time: 46'01" (tested on CD-player)
℗ 1998 Polygram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid. (Spain).
© 1998 Polygram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid. (Spain).
(p)&(c) 1998 Polygram Iberica, S.A. Madrid, Spain.
US Release date for standard issue: August 24, 1999 (Category 314 558 155-2)
℗ 1998 PolyGram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid, España.
© 1998 PolyGram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid, España.
Printed in USA.
Made in USA.
Total time: 45:56
A production of PolyGram Ibérica, S.A.
Duquende appears courtesy of Nuevos Medios.
Track 2 is dedicated to Reyes Benítez Aranega.
Liner notes translated and adapted from the original text written by Spanish poet and flamencologist, Félix Grande.
Paco de Lucía thanks Ramón de Algeciras for his help in watching over the tunings during the recording and mixing of this album.
On back inlay:
Ⓟ 1998 PolyGram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid, España
Ⓒ 1998 PolyGram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid, España
On disc:
Ⓟ 1998 PolyGram Ibérica, S.A. Madrid España
Ⓒ 2010 Universal Music Spain, S.L. Madrid, España
Not for sale outside Ukraine.
A copy of a phonogram manufactured JV "KIEV-Eurostar".
Recorded in the Musitron Studios.
Comes in a standard jewel case (transparent tray) with a 6-page foldout booklet

Barcodes

Barcode: 4 988011 357367
Rights Society: JASRAC
Label Code: 20119
Barcode: none
Matrix / Runout: PcDLcL 1019
Barcode: 7 31455 81652 5
Matrix / Runout: M3M 555008
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LA41
Label Code: LC 0268
Other (Distribution Code): PY 900
Other (legacy number printed on back cover and 4-th page booklets's): 558 165-2
Rights Society: BIEM/MCPS
Price Code: PY 900
Matrix / Runout: 558 165-2 01 + MADE IN GERMANY BY UNIVERSAL M & L H
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L002
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0125
Barcode (Printed): 7 31455 81652 5
Barcode (Scanned): 731455816525
Barcode: 7 3145581652 5
Matrix / Runout (Outer Ring): 314 558 1652R1 01! H
Matrix / Runout (Inner Ring): MADE IN USA BY UML
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L005
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0375
Other (Price Code): PY 900
Rights Society: S.G.A.E.
Depósito Legal: M-5344-98
SPARS Code: DDD
Matrix / Runout: [Universal logo x 4] 07314 558 165-2 03 ✳ 51409728 MADE IN GERMANY BY EDC C
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LV26
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0155
Barcode (Printed): 731455816525
Rights Society: ZAIKS/ BIEM
Barcode (Text): 7 31455 81652 5
Barcode (String): 731455816525
Barcode (Text (Sticker)): 4 820010 850015
Barcode (String (Sticker)): 4820010850015
Barcode: 731455816525
Matrix / Runout: 558 165-2 01 +
Matrix / Runout (Mould print): MADE IN GERMANY BY PMDC C
Mould SID Code: IFPI 01X4

About Paco De Lucía

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Spanish flamenco guitarist and composer. Born December 21, 1947 in Algeciras (Cádiz), Spain - died February 25, 2014 in Cancún, Mexico. He has played and recorded with many artists like , , , , and the flamenco singer . Brother of and .

Real Name

Francisco Gustavo Sánchez Gómez

Name Vars

De Lucia
De Lucía
F. Sánchez
P. D. Lucía
P. De Algeciras
P. De Lucia
P. De Lucía
P. Lucía
P. de Algeciras
P. de Lucia
P. de Lucía
P. de Lúcía
P.D.Lucia
P.De Lucia
P.de Lucía
Paco
Paco De Algeciras
Paco De LucIa
Paco De Lucia
Paco De Lucia'95
Paco De Lucya
Paco De Luis
Paco DeLucia
Paco DeLucia R. Sanchez Gomez
Paco DeLucía
Paco Di Lucia
Paco Lucia
Paco de Lucia
Paco de Lucìa
Paco de Lucía
Paquito Sánchez
Пако Де Лусиа
Пако Де Лусия
Пако де Лусиа
پاکو دلوچیا
Paco de Luis
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Aliases

Paco De Algeciras
Francisco Sánchez

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Paco De Lucía’s album *Luzia* is like a musical journey across the globe? Released in 2010, it blends Flamenco with Jazz, Latin, and World influences, taking listeners from Spain to Japan, Poland to Turkey. What’s fascinating is how many hands shaped the sound—like body percussionist Joaquín Grilo adding claps on one track or Tino Di Geraldo layering rhythms with pandeiro and cajón. Even Paco himself played multiple roles: guitarist, producer, composer, and even laúd player. The album feels alive with its mix of cultures, instruments, and styles—proof that music truly has no borders.