Caloncho

Caloncho is the stage name of Óscar Alfonso Castro Valenzuela, a Mexican singer-songwriter born in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, and raised in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The nickname came from his grandfather and stuck as his artistic identity. He started out as a drummer before shifting his focus to guitar and songwriting, eventually building a sound that blends folk, pop, and warm acoustic textures with occasional electronic touches.

His music is known for its intimate, laid-back feel, often built around gentle guitar figures, soft percussion, and a relaxed, conversational vocal delivery. Songs like «Brillo Mío», «Optimista» and «Hedonista» showcase his knack for cheerful, feel-good melodies paired with introspective or romantic lyrics, while «Palmar», featuring a version with Mon Laferte, highlights his connection to other prominent voices in Latin alternative music.

Caloncho has become a recognizable figure in the Mexican indie and pop scene, appealing to audiences drawn to sunny, easygoing songwriting rooted in Jalisco's musical culture. His catalog reflects a consistent artistic voice built around optimism, simplicity, and everyday emotional honesty rather than dramatic reinvention from album to album.