Rodrigo Bueno joined the 27 club on June 24, 2000. The cause of death is recorded as: Traffic collision (car)
Rodrigo Alejandro Bueno, born on May 24, 1973, in Córdoba, Argentina, was a renowned Argentine singer of cuarteto music. He is considered the best, most famous, and most influential figure in the history of this genre, leaving behind an indelible mark on Argentine music scene.
Bueno's musical journey began at an early age when he made his television debut at the age of two on Fiesta de Cuarteto, accompanied by his family friend Juan Carlos "La Mona" Jiménez. At five years old, he recorded an album of children's songs, Disco Baby, with the help of his father. During his preteen years, he informally joined the local band Chébere during live performances and dropped out of school at twelve to join Manto Negro as a band member. After unsuccessful attempts in Córdoba, Bueno's father decided to launch his son's solo career in Buenos Aires. In 1990, Rodrigo Bueno released his first album, La Foto de tu Cuerpo, on Polygram Records.
Expanding cuarteto music to the Argentine national scene, Bueno is remembered for his unique style and charisma. His short, dyed hair and casual clothes distinguished him from typical cuarteto singers with their strident colors and long curly hair. In 1995, he signed a contract with Sony Music for the release of Sabroso and later with Magenta Records, which granted him one percent of his record sales. He focused exclusively on cuarteto music and enjoyed significant success, with albums such as Lo Mejor del Amor becoming instant radio hits and earning him national fame and an ACE Award for Best Musical Act.
Rodrigo Bueno's career was marked by his demanding tours, which included twenty-five to thirty shows weekly. His legacy extends beyond his music, with his success paving the way for other Argentine cuarteto artists. Tragically, on June 24, 2000, while returning from a concert at Escándalo in La Plata, Bueno was involved in a car accident and died at the scene. The circumstances surrounding his death caused speculation about a possible murder conspiracy, but the driver of the other vehicle was eventually found not guilty. Despite this sad end to his life, Rodrigo Bueno's impact on Argentine music remains profound.