Alfred García

Early Life

Alfred García Castillo was born on March 14, 1997, in El Prat de Llobregat, Catalonia. His musical journey began early, as he started formal training in vocals and trombone at the age of seven. A self-taught musician, he also learned to play the guitar, drums, and keyboard. García honed his skills at the Unió Filharmònica del Prat and later graduated with a degree in audiovisual communication from the Open University of Catalonia, alongside a higher degree in music and jazz from Taller de Músics in Barcelona.

Career

García's career took off at the age of fifteen when he released his self-produced album "Beginning." By seventeen, he recorded his first single, "She Looks So Beautiful," which won the Audience Award at the Festival Cara B in Barcelona. Despite facing setbacks, such as not being selected during the Blind Auditions of La Voz in 2016, he continued to pursue his passion, releasing the acoustic album "Inblack (Volume One)." His big break came in 2017 when he auditioned for the ninth series of Operación Triunfo, where he finished fourth. He gained further recognition by representing Spain in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 with his then-girlfriend Amaia Romero, performing the song "Tu canción."

Notable Releases

Throughout his career, García has released several albums, including "1016," "T'estimo es te quiero," and "Sus Canciones (Operación Triunfo 2017)." His discography also features popular singles such as "City of Stars," "El mismo sol," and "Cuando duermes." His music spans various genres, including pop, Spanish rock, alternative rock, and jazz, showcasing his versatility as an artist.