León Gieco Argentinian Singer Born 1951 in Cañada Rosquín
León Gieco · harmonicist and singer · Argentinian
Known for
Biography
León Gieco (20 November 1951, Cañada Rosquín) is an Argentinian singer. He performs as part of PorSuiGieco.
Career
Other members of PorSuiGieco on record include Charly García. His discography here counts 16 albums between 1973 and 2005. The earliest release on record is León Gieco (1973), and the most recent is Por Favor, Perdón y Gracias (2005). In genre terms, the records list rock music. He plays harmonica. The label on record is EMI. He also has 4 screen credits on record, including Hasta que se ponga el sol (1973) and Buenos Aires Rock (1983).
Recognition
León Gieco’s wins include a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, awarded in 2006. The list of wins also includes the honorary doctor of the National University of Rosario.
Groups and bands
- PorSuiGieco
Discography
16 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Por Favor, Perdón y Gracias | Album |
| 2000 | En vivo | Album |
| 1997 | Orozco | Album |
| 1994 | Desenchufado | Album |
| 1992 | Mensajes del Alma | Album |
| 1991 | Tesoro, los niños primero | Album |
| 1989 | Ayer y Hoy | Album |
| 1988 | Semillas del corazón | Album |
| 1985 | De Ushuaia a La Quiaca | Album |
| 1981 | Pensar en nada | Album |
| 1978 | 4to LP | Album |
| 1978 | 4to. LP | Album |
| 1976 | El fantasma de Canterville | Album |
| 1974 | Banda de Caballos Cansados | Album |
| 1973 | León Gieco | Album |
Show all 16 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canciones de un cassete perdido | Album |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award | Won | |
| honorary doctor of the National University of Rosario | Won |
Filmography
4 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Mundo Alas | Director | Film |
| 2006 | Que sea rock | Film | |
| 1983 | Buenos Aires Rock | Film | |
| 1973 | Hasta que se ponga el sol | Film |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is León Gieco?
León Gieco is 74 years old, born on 20 November 1951 in Cañada Rosquín.
What is León Gieco known for?
León Gieco is known as a member of PorSuiGieco.
What is León Gieco’s nationality?
León Gieco is Argentinian, born in Cañada Rosquín.
Has León Gieco won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (2006).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q742007), accessed October 2026
- Photo: no mention · CC BY 2.0
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