Renz Verano

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Laurence Roger Verano Mendoza (born December 11, 1960), [1] professionally known as Renz Verano, is a Filipino singer best known for his hoarse style of balladeering. [2] His professional career began when he released under OctoArts EMI his eponymous debut album, and has since given regular live performances in various events and concerts, either as a guest performer or with the musical group the OPM Hitmen. [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

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Early life and career

Renz Verano graduated from the University of the Philippines Diliman with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics in the early 1980s. [2]

Verano released his eponymous debut album under OctoArts EMI (now PolyEast Records) in 1996, and won the Awit Award for Best New Male Artist for his song "Mahal Kita" from the album. [8]

In 2024, he became one of the judges in noontime variety show TiktoClock 's revival of 1980's amateur singing competition Tanghalan ng Kampeon . [9]

Discography

Studio albums

Compilation albums

Contributions to multi-artist compilations

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotesNetwork
2024–present TiktoClock Himself Tanghalan ng Kampeon judge GMA Network
2017 My Love from the Star Marlon "Minggo" ChavezGuest role

Awards and nominations

YearAward-giving bodyCategoryNominated workResults
19969th Awit AwardsBest New Male Artist"Mahal Kita" [8] Won
199811th Awit AwardsBest Country Rock Ballad Recording ArtistWon

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  4. "Glitz, glamour mark 25th PBA's 25th anniversary". Manila Standard . Kamahalan Publishing Corp. April 7, 2000. p. 12. Retrieved April 14, 2024. Guest performers include Ogie Alcasid[...], Renz Verano and a host of others.
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