Who is Panchito Arredondo?

Panchito Arredondo is a Mexican singer born in 1955 whose real name is José Pancho Arredondo. He is an icon of the Mexican music genre known as norteño and has made a name for himself with his traditional style. Not only is he known for his singing but also for his songwriting skills.

Early Years

Arredondo was born in 1955 in the state of Zacatecas, Mexico. His passion for music started at a very young age and he began to study Latin music as well as guitar. He was passionate about singing and playing music and even joined a local band at the age of 16.

Career

In 1973, he released his first album titled “El Rey de la Musica Norteña” which was a huge success and he became an instant star. After that, he released many more albums such as “15 Exitos de Panchito Arredondo”, “Amor y Sinceridad” and “Cantares de Mi Tierra”. His albums are filled with traditional songs from different regions of Mexico as well as some original compositions.

Legacy

Panchito Arredondo has been a major influence in the Mexican music industry since the 70s. His songs have been covered by other artists such as Los Tigres del Norte, Los Tucanes de Tijuana and many more. He has helped to keep the traditional sound of Mexico alive and has become an icon of the music of his country.

Awards

Throughout his career, Panchito Arredondo has been recognized for his contribution to Latin Music. In 2002, he won a Grammy for Best Norteño Album for “15 Exitos de Panchito Arredondo” and in 2015 he was awarded with a Lifetime Achievement Award at The Latin Grammy Awards.

Personal Life

Very little is known about Panchito Arredondo’s personal life as he has kept it mostly private throughout his career. He still continues to tour around Mexico and other Latin American countries, performing his classic songs to this day.