Carles Benavent

Carles Benavent is a well-known Catalan bassist and composer. He is considered one of the most prominent musicians in jazz and flamenco fusion. His contribution to the electric bass and the fretless bass has made him a benchmark figure in the world of music.

Benavent began his musical career at an early age and joined the Catalan progressive rock group Iceberg in the late 1970s. However, his international recognition came when he began collaborating with guitarist Paco de Lucía in the 1980s. His participation on landmark Paco de Lucía albums, such as «Entre Dos Aguas» and «Friday Night in San Francisco», brought him worldwide renown.

Benavent’s collaboration with Paco de Lucía not only cemented his standing as a bass virtuoso, but also showed his ability to fuse different musical styles, bringing elements of flamenco, jazz and rock into his playing. His skill in combining flamenco technique with jazz improvisation has earned him recognition and respect on the music scene.

Besides his work with Paco de Lucía, Carles Benavent has collaborated with numerous prominent musicians, including Chick Corea, Miles Davis, Camarón de la Isla, Joan Manuel Serrat and Michel Camilo, among others. He has released several albums as a leader and remains an influential figure on the music scene, both in Spain and internationally. His skill on the bass and his ability to explore different musical genres make him a unique and highly regarded musician in the world of contemporary music.