Lorenzo De Monteclaro was born on April 4, 1932, in the small town of Cuencame, Durango, Mexico. He began playing guitar at a young age and went on to become a renowned singer, songwriter, and musician in the Mexican ranchera genre. Lorenzo recorded over 70 albums throughout his career, with his most popular song being “El Ausente.” He received numerous awards for his contributions to Mexican music, including a regional Emmy Award. Lorenzo’s legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be celebrated and played around the world. He passed away on March 1, 2021, but his music remains a treasured part of Mexican culture and history.
