Palito Ortega Essentials

Palito Ortega has always been about looking on the bright side—even when singing about the end of a relationship or an era. Rising to fame in the politically tense ‘60s and sensing impending doom, he inspired Argentina's dreamers to believe there was a world full of opportunity out there in a language they could understand: rock ‘n' roll. Many hairstyles have come and gone since then, but the crooner's Elvis-like charisma, sunny optimism and Las Vegas-style showmanship have preserved beautifully.