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Charlie Monttana
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Background information
Birth name Carlos César Sánchez Hernández
Born (1961-11-06)6 November 1961
Colonia Guerrero, Mexico City, Mexico
Died 28 May 2020(2020-05-28) (aged 58)
Mexico City, Mexico
Genres Rock urbano, Rock music in Mexico
Occupation(s) Musician and songwriter
Instruments Voice, guitar
Years active 1984-2020
Labels Discos y Cintas Denver
Associated acts Vago, Mara

Carlos César Sánchez Hernández (born November 6, 1961 – died May 28, 2020) was a famous Mexican musician and songwriter. He was known by his stage name, Charlie Monttana. He played a type of music called rock urbano.

The Life of Charlie Monttana

Charlie Monttana started his music career in the early 1980s in Mexico City. He began as a singer for a band called Perro Muerto. Later, he joined another band named Vago.

In 1987, he became the singer for the band Mara. He left Mara in 1989 and went back to Vago. With Vago, he released a very popular song in 1992 called "Tu Mamá No Me Quiere" (which means "Your Mom Doesn't Like Me"). This song became a big hit in the rock urbano music scene.

Charlie Monttana's Solo Career

In 1992, Charlie Monttana started his own solo music career. He released many popular songs like "Vaquero Rocanrolero" (Rock And Roll Cowboy) and "Por Qué El Amor Apesta" (Why Love Stinks).

Besides his music, Charlie Monttana also cared a lot about helping others. From 2012, he spent time working with his own charity, Fundación Charlie Monttana A.C. This group helped homeless children and older people.

Charlie Monttana passed away on May 28, 2020, when he was 58 years old. He died due to health problems.

Charlie Monttana's Unique Style

Charlie Monttana was known for his lively and fun performances on stage. He had a unique look that was inspired by 1980s glam rock. This style included wild clothes, big hairstyles, leather outfits, and t-shirts with the Jack Daniel's brand.

He chose his stage name, Charlie Monttana, from the 1983 movie Scarface. He also had fun nicknames like "Mexico's Sweetheart" and "Vaquero Rocanrolero." The second nickname came from one of his most famous songs.

Charlie Monttana's Music Albums

Charlie Monttana released many albums throughout his career, both with bands and as a solo artist.

Albums with Mara

  • "Alocame con tus piernas" (1994)
  • Ficheras del rock (1987)
  • ...Esperando la noche (1988)
  • Camaleón (1989)
  • ¡En vivo! En el reclusorio femenil (1990)

Albums with Vago

  • Suicida (1992)

Solo Albums

  • Pares y duetos (1996)
  • Todos estos años (1998)
  • Sé lo que hicieron el disco pasado (1999)
  • En vivo en el teatro Isabela Corona vol. 1 y 2 (1999)
  • Montta Morfosis
  • Rockin' and rollin'
  • Rock star
  • Ford Monttana 69
  • Dr. Hollywood
  • 15 grandes éxitos
  • Sobreviviente 33
  • Decreto por el regreso de los buenos tiempos

Charlie Monttana in Movies

Charlie Monttana also appeared in some films.

  • Loco fin de semana (2019): This was a comedy movie.
  • Soy Yo, Charlie Monttana (2020): This was a documentary film about his life.

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See also

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