Carlos Almada

Carlos Almada (26 March 1918 – 9 July 1982) was an Argentine tango singer and one of the representative voices of the 1940s generation. Born in Villa del Parque, Buenos Aires, he began performing as an amateur singer at age twelve in municipal events. During adolescence, he studied vocal technique with maestro Eduardo Bonessi, developing the distinctive vibrato that became his hallmark. Almada performed with numerous prominent orchestras including those led by Óscar de la Fuente, Hugo Calasí, Alberto Pugliese, Alejandro Scarpino, Víctor D’Amario (1944, 1954), Lucio Demare (1946, 1956), Edgardo Donato (late 1940s–1952, 1959), and Alfredo Gobbi (1953–1954). His recording career spanned 1950–1953, with 67 recordings made under Edgardo Donato for the Pampa label, including classics such as “Che bandoneón,” “A media luz,” “Mamboretá,” “El vinacho,” and “El patio de la Morocha.” He also recorded eight tracks with Alfredo Gobbi’s orchestra, including “As de cartón” and “Aunque seas mujer.” Starting around 1960, health problems led to reduced performances, though he continued occasional appearances at tango clubs and gatherings until his death in Buenos Aires.