Fher Olvera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fher Olvera
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Olvera performing in Denver, 2023
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| Birth name | José Fernando Emilio Olvera Sierra |
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| Born | 8 December 1959 Puebla, Mexico |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, activist, philanthropist |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar, harmonica |
| Years active | 1978 – present |
| Labels | Warner Music México |
| Associated acts | Maná Sombrero Verde |
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José Fernando Emilio "Fher" Olvera Sierra is a famous Mexican musician. He was born on December 8, 1959. He is best known as the lead singer and guitarist for the popular rock band Maná. Fher also writes many of their songs.
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About Fher Olvera
Starting His Music Journey
Fher Olvera started playing music when he was a teenager. He formed a band called Sombrero Verde in the 1980s. He played with his friends Gustavo Orozco and the Calleros brothers (Ulises, Juan Diego, and Abraham) in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Forming the Band Maná
Later, some band members changed their focus. Fher continued making music with Juan Diego Calleros (bass) and Ulises Calleros (lead guitar). A new drummer, Alejandro González, joined them. In 1987, the band changed its name to Maná.
The current members of Maná are:
- Fher Olvera — lead vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, rhythm guitar, harmonica.
- Alex González — drums, backup vocals.
- Juan Calleros — bass, acoustic bass guitar.
- Sergio Vallín — electric guitar, acoustic guitar.
Fher's Personal Life
Fher Olvera faced challenges early in life. His father passed away when Fher was just 7 years old. His mother also passed away later, while he was working on the album Drama y Luz. Fher has a child named Dalí.
He is very close with his bandmates, especially Ulises Calleros and Alex González. In 2022, Fher joined the band Coldplay on stage. He sang their hit song "Rayando el Sol" with them. This happened at a concert in Guadalajara, Mexico.
See also
In Spanish: Fernando Olvera para niños
