Aurelio Martínez
Aurelio Martínez, professionally known as Aurelio, is a Honduran musician and politician. He is a singer, percussionist, and guitarist known for his Garifuna music and is considered a Cultural Ambassador of the Garifuna people. According to the Guardian, he became the leading Garifuna performer after the death of musician Andy Palacio.
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| Also known as | Aurelio |
| Born | Gracias a Dios Department, Honduras |
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| Occupations | Musician singer-songwriter guitarist |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Real World Records |
| Website | www |
From 2006 to 2010, Martinez served as a congressman for the National Congress of Honduras, becoming its first black member.
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