Juan Fernando Velasco: Artist Biography

Juan Fernando Velasco is a multi-Grammy nominated musician, songwriter, singer and producer. The taste, calling, and the discovery of his aptitude for music arrived later in his life. It wasn’t until he turned 16 that he began to play guitar and compose, and soon after, his desire to sing was provoked by the need to showcase what he had written. Suddenly, making music was what he most liked to do and he decided to leave his studies in other fields in order to fully dedicate himself to what would ultimately end up being his profession.

His artistic career began in 1988 when he took the stage for the first time with his school band to play songs by The Beatles, Pink Floyd and some original compositions. In 1999 he made his solo debut with the album “Para que no me olvides.”

With his other 6 albums: “Tanto amor” (2002), “Juan Fernando Velasco En Vivo” (2005), “A tu lado” (2007), “Con toda el alma” (2010), “A contratiempo” (2011), and “Misquilla” (2015), he ended up establishing himself as one of the most beloved and respected singer-songwriters in the Latin American music industry.

During his career he’s received la Orden Vicente Rocafuerte twice, the highest recognition given by Congress and the Assembly of Ecuador for achievements in arts and culture. He won an EMMY® award for Best Song with “Yo nací aquí” and he’s been nominated twice to the Latin GRAMMY®s and once to the VMAs®. His biggest professional achievement has been bringing the Ecuadorian musical tradition to younger people with his album “Con toda el alma,” and having the record for 28 Gold Records for the sales of the same album.