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Mario Pacheco

Mario Pacheco (6 November 1950 – 26 November 2010) was a Spanish record producer, photographer and entrepreneur.Born in Madrid, Pacheco is regarded as an essential figure in the development of contemporary flamenco and other musical genres in Spain for more than two decades.In 1982 he founded Nuevos Medios, a record label that introduced numerous guitarists, singers and other flamenco notables through his vision in furthering the genre worldwide. Besides this, he was also a professional photographer.At a time when flamenco music was unpopular, Pacheco signed many young musicians who renovated flamenco or mixed it with other musical forms. At the same time, he released music by leading new wave artists and contemporary jazz musicians.Through his company, Pache… more »