Lito
Lead singer / guitar
Lito, whose real name is Joseph Cortes, was born in Avignon, France. From an early age he discovered that singing was deeply rooted in his soul. At age 15, he began to study professional guitar and singing.
ln 1993, Lito joined Chico, one of the original founders of the Gipsy Kings, and went on tour performing at myriad venues and concerts. Gipsy Kings lead vocalist and co-founder, Nicolas Reyes, is also a relative of Lito’s. He not only writes his own original songs, but also composes fabulous musical arrangements in his studio. Throughout his career, Lito’s mesmerizing voice combined with his amazing stage persona, has earned him several music awards including Best Flamenco Vocalist in both 1988 & 1989. Together with Mano, they have travelled and toured around the world delighting audiences everywhere, from A-list celebrities to royals and monarchs, sitting Presidents and other Heads of State to name a few.
Mano Lito have performed for many A-list celebrities and VIPs.