Julio Jaramillo
Julio Jaramillo | |
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Julio Jaramillo performing in 1956 | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | J. J. (Jota Jota) El Ruiseñor de América (The Nightingale of America) |
| Born | Julio Alfredo Jaramillo Laurido October 1, 1935 |
| Origin | Guayaquil, Ecuador |
| Died | February 9, 1978 (aged 42) |
| Genres | pasillo, bolero, corrido, valse, tango, ranchera |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Years active | 1950–1978 |
| Labels | Onix, Yoyo Music, Sonolux, Peerless, Codiscos, AB Station Records |
| Website | https://juliojaramillolaurido.com/ |
Julio Alfredo Jaramillo Laurido (October 1, 1935 – February 9, 1978) was an Ecuadorian singer and recording artist who performed throughout Latin America. He achieved widespread fame for his renditions of boleros, valses, pasillos, tangos, and rancheras. Throughout his career, he recorded more than 2,200 songs. His signature song, "Nuestro Juramento," remains popular across South America. He is regarded as one of Ecuador's most beloved singers.
Jaramillo collaborated with numerous prominent Latin American artists, including Puerto Rican singer Daniel Santos, Ecuadorian singer Olimpo Cárdenas, and Colombian singer Alci Acosta.