Amaia Montero Essentials

With her melodious vocals, Amaia Montero is as capable of belting out a gut-wrenching growl as unleashing an emotive, vulnerable quiver. The Spanish pop singer/songwriter established herself with the hugely popular band La Oreja de Van Gogh, singing also in Basque, Catalan, Italian, French and English before launching her solo career in 2007. Her captivating songs, chock full of melodic hooks, solid guitar work and an infectious backbeat, continually put her powerful pipes in the spotlight, whether she's on her own or dueting with veterans like Nino Bravo, Alex Ubago or Franco de Vita.