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Gerardo Ortiz
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Ortíz in June 2020
Background information
Born (1989-10-05) October 5, 1989 (age 35)
Pasadena, California, U.S.
Origin Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres Regional Mexican
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Instruments Vocals
Years active 1998–present
Labels
Associated acts Regulo Caro

Gerardo Ortiz is a well-known American-Mexican singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on October 5, 1989, in Pasadena, California. Gerardo is famous for his music in the regional Mexican genre, which includes styles like Norteño and Banda. He started his music career in 1998 and has released many popular albums.

What is Regional Mexican Music?

Regional Mexican music is a big group of musical styles from Mexico and parts of the United States. It includes different sounds like Norteño, Banda, Mariachi, and Corrido. Gerardo Ortiz is especially known for his Norteño and Corrido songs. These songs often tell stories about life, love, and sometimes even adventures.

Music Albums

Gerardo Ortiz has released many studio and live albums throughout his career. His first studio album, Ni Hoy Ni Mañana, came out in 2010. Since then, he has continued to release new music almost every year. Some of his other studio albums include Entre Dios y El Diablo, El Primer Ministro, and Hoy Más Fuerte. He has also released live albums, which capture the excitement of his concerts.

Awards and Achievements

Gerardo Ortiz has won many awards for his music. These awards show how popular and successful his songs and albums are.

Grammy Award Nominations

The Grammy Awards are very important music awards. Gerardo has been nominated for a Grammy Award several times.

  • In 2011, his album Ni Hoy Ni Mañana was nominated for Best Norteño Album.
  • In 2013, his album El Primer Ministro was nominated for Best Regional Mexican Music Album.

Premio Lo Nuestro Wins

The Premio Lo Nuestro awards celebrate Latin music. Gerardo Ortiz has won many of these awards.

  • In 2013, he won for "Regional Mexican Song" with "Amor Confuso" and "Norteño Artist."
  • In 2014, he won three awards: "Regional Mexican Song" for "Sólo Vine a Despedirme," "Regional Mexican Male Artist," and "Norteño Artist."
  • In 2015, he won "Regional Mexican Album" for Archivos de Mi Vida, "Regional Mexican Song" for "Mujer de Piedra," and "Norteño Artist."
  • In 2016, his album Hoy Más Fuerte won "Album of the Year," and he also won "Norteño Artist."

These awards show that Gerardo Ortiz is a very important and loved artist in regional Mexican music.

See also

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