Mexican indie-pop artist Caloncho brings smooth, vibrant sounds to the stage!
List of Caloncho's featurings
Alejandro Yáñez
Caloncho's age
Caloncho is currently 34 years old.
Caloncho's country of origin
Caloncho is from Mexico.
Caloncho's real name
Caloncho's real name is Francisco Céspedes.
The Success Story of Caloncho
Caloncho - Mexican Indie Pop Artist
Mexican indie-pop artist Caloncho is the stage name of Francisco Céspedes. He was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico in 1990. He has gained a lot of recognition in the Mexican music scene as one of the most important figures in the emerging indie-pop scene in Mexico.
Early Life
From an early age, Caloncho had a passion for music. He took piano lessons as a child and was drawn to different genres such as rock, jazz, funk, and blues. At 15, he started playing the guitar which he learned by himself. Caloncho was strongly influenced by the classic rock styles of bands like Led Zeppelin and Queen, as well as Latin American artists like Rubén Blades and Los Fabulosos Cadillacs.
Career Beginnings
Caloncho released his first album in 2009 called Loco Salvaje, which gained him a lot of recognition in the Latin American music industry. His second album, Bálsamo, released in 2012, was even more successful. It was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award and made it onto several top ten lists for Latin American music albums of the year.
Recent Work
In 2015, Caloncho released his third album Fruta Volátil, which was well received by both critics and fans alike. The single from the album “Palmar” became an instant hit in Mexico and beyond. He also collaborated with Alejandro Yáñez on the single “Mientras Tanto” which also became very popular. His fourth album Amanecer was released in 2018 and featured singles like “Rocas” and “La Tormenta” which reached number one on the Mexican charts.
Conclusion
Caloncho is an up-and-coming Mexican indie pop artist who has gained a lot of recognition in the Latin American music scene. His smooth yet vibrant sound has earned him a dedicated fan base that continues to grow every day. He is sure to be a prominent figure in the world of indie pop for many years to come.
