Juan Cortés, Duquende, is a talented cantaor who, at an early age, attracted the attention of guitarist Tomatito. Since then, Tomatito took care and polished the style of Duquende and produced Duquende's first album, together with Juan Carmona (member of the band Ketama).

When he was only 9 years old he sung for the legendary singer Camarón de la Isla just before one of his concerts, and Camarón was very impressed by the talent of this kid. He then invited Duquende to join him and that was Duquende's first appearance on stage, while Camarón played the guitar.