Los Tres Ases

Highly successful Mexican trio specializing in romantic boleros. Formed in 1953 by Juan Neri (requinto guitar, lead singer and director), Héctor González (guitar and second voice), and Marco Antonio Muñiz (maracas, third voice and often lead singer), the trio became very popular performing in Mexico City's night clubs and theaters. Soon their popularity rose to incredible heights when they signed with RCA Victor and their recordings became huge hits in radio stations and record stores, not only in Mexico but everywhere. This new celebrity turned Los Tres Ases into world travelers performing in the most important cities in Latin America, Spain, Portugal, The United States and Canada. They were awarded eight gold records, and all the recognition of the music industry. In 1960 the trio suffered a big set back when Marco Antonio decided to leave to pursue a solo career as a singer. His success was immediate as he turned into one of the most popular and beloved vocalists in the history of Latin America. Los Tres Ases found a replacement and continued performing until 1964 when Juan Neri unexpectedly died in tragic circumstances. Since they had a lot of contracts signed, Héctor González took over the trio becoming its director, and sole owner of the name. He found musicians that could achieve the same standards of excellence that the public expected and in 2003 the trio would go on to celebrate their 50th anniversary in show business. It all ended with Héctor death in 2009. In his last will the musician legally prohibited any attempt by anybody to use the name Los Tres Ases ever again. However, thanks to their magnificent discography they remain a musical institution as well as a legend for music lovers everywhere.