Legendary Mexican singer and producer Pepe Aguilar has signed a worldwide deal with SESAC Latina, Advertising sign has learned. Previously with BMI, he now joins his children, Ángela and Leonardo Aguilar, who are also part of the SESAC Latina roster.
“We are pleased to announce that superstar Pepe Aguilar has joined SESAC Latina.” Celeste Zendejas, SVP, SESAC Latina, said in a statement. “His career is truly unparalleled and he is one of the most iconic figures in Latin music. We are proud to be family at SESAC and are thrilled to be working with one of the most renowned families in the Mexican art world and look forward to celebrating their continued success in the years to come.”
The son of local Mexican music royalty — his father was the legendary Antonio Aguilar and his mother the iconic Flor Silvestre — Aguilar, who played since he was a toddler, left the area early in his career to sing in rock bands. Eventually, he would become a famous ranchera and mariachi music artist placing, so far, nine top 10 titles on Advertising signChart of Top Latin Albums. During his career he has also won four Grammy Awards and five Latin Grammy Awards.
Most recently, he was released Que Llueva Tequila, which thrives on the regal mariachi sound that has come to characterize Aguilar's style. Earlier this month, the regional Mexican producer also wrapped up the Jaripeo Hasta Los Huesos tour with his kids and brother Antonio Aguilar Jr.
Pepe Aguilar joins the SESAC Latina roster that includes Nicky Jam, Edén Muñoz, Christian Nodal and Manuel Turizo among others.
