Julión Álvarez | |
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 Álvarez in 2016 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | Julio César Álvarez Montelongo (1983-04-11)April 11, 1983 (age 42) La Concordia, Chiapas, Mexico |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | Fonovisa |
| Formerly of | Banda MS |
Julio César Álvarez Montelongo (born 11 April 1983), better known asJulión Álvarez (Spanish pronunciation:[xuˈljonˈalβaɾes]), is a Mexican singer who specializes inregional Mexican music.
Julión Álvarez was born and raised inLa Concordia, Chiapas, México.[1] In 2003, he joined the Mexican band, "Banda MS", until 2006. Following the leave of Banda MS, he decided to start a solo career as Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda.[1]In 2011, he married Nathaly Fernández.
In 2014, Álvarez was selected by Miguel Ángel Fox, producer of the Mexican talent show,La Voz... Mexico to participate as coach in its fourth edition. He later went on to be the winning coach with his pupil, Guido Rochin.[2]
In September 2015, Álvarez's album,El Aferrado was nominated at the16th Annual Latin Grammy Awards forBest Banda Album. His song, "El Amor de Su Vida" was nominated forLatin Grammy Award for Best Regional Song.[3]
In May 2016, it was announced that Álvarez would embark on a 22-Foot Arena Tour in the United States, the first for aregional Mexican act.[4]In September 2016, Álvarez's album,Mis Ídolos, Hoy Mis Amigos!!! was nominated for Best Banda Album at the 2016 Latin Grammy Awards.[5]
On August 10, 2017, theUnited States Department of the Treasury, froze Álvarez's assets in the United States and forbid American persons and companies from doing business with him for allegedly violating theForeign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act. As a result, Álvarez's U.S. tour was cancelled.[6] Álvarez had denied the allegation brought by the U.S. Treasury Department and said he was willing to cooperate with authorities.[7]
In November 2017, it was announced that Álvarez's album,Ni Diablo, Ni Santo was nominated forBest Regional Mexican Music Album at the60th Annual Grammy Awards.[8]
In June 2022, after five years working in coordination with the authorities of both countries, it was announced that Álvarez's allegations linked to the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act were finally removed and he may continue to perform and engage in businesses on the United States.[9]
In mid-April 2025, Alvarez returned to the U.S. as a performer for the first time in eight years, performing three sold-out shows atSoFi Stadium inInglewood, California.[10]
In May 2025 during thesecond Trump Administration, his United States visa was revoked, cancelling a sold-out concert inArlington, Texas,[11][12] which was part of the 42 18 Tour.[10]
TheAmerican Music Awards is an annual American music awards show. Nominees are selected on commercial performance such as sales and airplay. Winners are determined by a poll of the public and fans who vote through the AMAs website.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Julión Álvarez y su Norteña Banda | Favorite Latin Duo or Group | Won |
TheGrammy Awards are awarded annually by theNational Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States. Álvarez has received one nomination.[13]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Ni Diablo, Ni Santo | Best Regional Mexican Music Album | Nominated |
TheLatin American Music Awards are awarded annually by the television networkTelemundo in the United States. Álvarez has received two awards from five nominations.[14]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Julión Álvarez y su Norteña Banda | Artist of the Year | Nominated |
| Favorite Regional Mexican Band, Duo, or Group | Won | ||
| "Y Fue Así" | Favorite Regional Mexican Song | Won | |
| 2016 | Mis Ídolos, Hoy Mis Amigos!!!' | Favorite Regional Mexican Album | Nominated |
| Julión Álvarez y su Norteña Banda | Favorite Regional Mexican Band, Duo, or Group | Nominated |
TheLatin Grammy Awards are awarded annually by theLatin Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences in the United States. Álvarez has received three nominations.[15]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | El Aferrado | Best Banda Album | Nominated |
| "El Amor De Su Vida" | Best Regional Mexican Song | Nominated | |
| 2016 | Mis Ídolos, Hoy Mis Amigos!!! | Best Banda Album | Nominated |
| 2023 | De Hoy en Adelante, Que Te Vaya Bien | Best Banda Album | Won |
| 2025 | 4218 | Best Banda Album | Won |
TheLo Nuestro Awards are awarded annually by the television networkUnivision in the United States. Álvarez has received three awards from fifteen nominations.[16]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Julión Álvarez (himself) | Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated |
| 2012 | Julión Álvarez (himself) | Banda Artist of the Year | Nominated |
| Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | ||
| 2013 | Márchate y Olvídame | Regional Mexican Album of the Year | Nominated |
| Julión Álvarez (himself) | Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Tu Amigo Nada Más | Regional Mexican Album of the Year | Nominated |
| Julión Álvarez (himself) | Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2015 | Soy Lo Que Quiero... Indispensable | Regional Mexican Album of the Year | Nominated |
| Julión Álvarez (himself) | Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2016 | Banda Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| "Y Fue Así" | Regional Mexican Song of the Year | Won | |
| Julión Álvarez (himself) | Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2017 | Julión Álvarez (himself) | Banda Artist of the Year | Won |
| Regional Mexican Male Artist of the Year | Won | ||
| Male Artist of the Year | Nominated |
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