Norte 62 formed in Monterrey in 2008, with Alex Medina on lead vocals, Edgar Flores on bajo sexto, Javier Garay on accordion, and Pablo Garza on drums. They played norteño music but with a pop sensibility that drew criticism from some traditionalists who felt it strayed too far from the genre's roots.
Their 2012 single "Amigos Repentinos" became a breakthrough hit in Mexico, with its catchy rhythm and lyrics about temporary friendships. The song's success brought them wider recognition beyond their regional base.
Other songs like "A Liberdade Está Na Cabeça" and "Força Pra Lutar" show their continued work in the pop-norteño style. They released albums including "El Buzón," "El Regreso," and "Llegaste Tú."
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