History of Mon Laferte in Timeline

"Mon Laferte, a Chilean-Mexican artist, is celebrated for her wide-ranging musical talent. She blends genres like pop, rock, and Latin rhythms into a unique and captivating style. Her powerful vocals and stage presence have earned her significant recognition and acclaim throughout her career."

1960: First Viña del Mar International Song Festival

The inaugural Viña del Mar International Song Festival, the oldest and largest music festival in Latin America, took place in 1960.

May 1983: Birth of Mon Laferte

Norma Monserrat Bustamante Laferte, better known as Mon Laferte, was born in May 1983. She would go on to become a renowned Chilean and Mexican musician, singer, composer, and painter.

1992: Mon Laferte's Musical Beginnings

At nine years old, in 1992, Mon Laferte won first prize in a music contest, receiving a guitar that sparked her songwriting journey. By thirteen, she was awarded a scholarship to study music.

1994: Establishment of the MTV Europe Music Awards

In 1994, MTV Europe established the MTV Europe Music Awards to celebrate music videos from European and international artists.

2003: Mon Laferte's Breakthrough in Chile

In 2003, Mon Laferte, then known as Monserrat Bustamante, participated in the Chilean reality show "Rojo" and released her debut album, "La Chica de Rojo," achieving both critical and commercial success in Chile.

August 2007: Mon Laferte Immigrates to Mexico

In August 2007, Mon Laferte made a significant move by emigrating from Chile to Veracruz, Mexico, marking a new chapter in her life and career.

2007: Mon Laferte's New Beginning in Mexico City

Following her success in Chile, Mon Laferte decided to start afresh in Mexico City in 2007. She immersed herself in the local music scene, performing in nightclubs and working on her music.

2008: Mon Laferte Adopts Stage Name

Mon Laferte began performing under the stage name "Mon Laferte" in 2008, marking the beginning of her professional career under this identity.

2009: Mon Laferte Abandons Album Recording

Due to her cancer diagnosis, Mon Laferte made the difficult decision to scrap the album she had been working on in 2009. This decision marked a turning point in her career, as she focused on her health and reassessed her creative direction.

2009: Mon Laferte's Health Challenge and Career Pause

Mon Laferte released the single "Lo mismo que yo" in 2009, intended as the lead single for her upcoming album. However, her career was put on hold when she received a thyroid cancer diagnosis, forcing her to pause her musical endeavors.

2012: Mon Laferte Joins Mystica Girls

Expanding her musical horizons, Mon Laferte joined the Mexican heavy metal band Mystica Girls as a vocalist in 2012, demonstrating her diverse musical interests and abilities.

2012: Mon Laferte Judges Factor X Chile

Mon Laferte joined the judging panel of the Chilean version of "The X Factor," called "Factor X," in 2012, showcasing her musical expertise and growing influence in the industry.

2013: First MTV Millennial Awards in Mexico

In 2013, MTV Latin America held the first annual MTV Millennial Awards in Mexico to celebrate music artists.

2013: Mon Laferte Releases "Tornasol"

Mon Laferte released her third studio album, "Tornasol," in 2013, further solidifying her presence in the Latin music scene.

February 2014: Mon Laferte Records with Mystica Girls

In February 2014, Mon Laferte recorded the album "Gates of Hell" with the Mexican heavy metal band Mystica Girls. This collaboration showcased her versatility and willingness to explore different genres.

2015: Creation of the Pulsar Awards

The Chilean Copyright Society (SCD) established the Pulsar Awards in 2015 to recognize achievements in Chilean music each year.

2015: Mon Laferte Gains Recognition with "Tu falta de querer"

The release of the single "Tu falta de querer" from her album "Mon Laferte, Vol.1" in 2015 brought Mon Laferte significant media attention and further propelled her career forward.

2016: Mon Laferte's Rise to Fame and Latin Grammy Recognition

Mon Laferte's talent earned her a MTV Millennial Award for "Latin Video of the Year" for "Tu falta de querer." She also received two Latin Grammy Award nominations in 2016, solidifying her status as a rising star.

2017: Mon Laferte's "La Trenza" Achieves Critical Acclaim and Awards Success

2017 marked a pinnacle year for Mon Laferte with the release of her critically acclaimed album "La Trenza." Her collaboration with Juanes on "Amárrame" won a Latin Grammy for Best Alternative Song, and she received several other nominations. Her success extended to the MTV Europe Music Awards, where she won "Best North Latin Artist."

February 2018: Mon Laferte Releases "Antes de Ti" and Makes Directorial Debut

Mon Laferte released the single "Antes de Ti" in February 2018, which went on to earn a Latin Grammy nomination for "Song of the Year." She also made her directorial debut with the single's music video.

June 2018: Mon Laferte Co-hosts MTV Millennial Awards

Showcasing her rising popularity, Mon Laferte co-hosted the 2018 MTV Millennial Awards in Mexico City alongside Venezuelan YouTube personality La Divaza.

November 2018: Mon Laferte Releases "Norma" Recorded Live at Capitol Studios

On November 9, 2018, Mon Laferte released her sixth studio album, "Norma." The album was uniquely recorded live in a single session at Capitol Studios in Los Angeles, capturing the raw energy of her performance.

2018: Mon Laferte Collaborates with Gwen Stefani

Mon Laferte's musical collaborations extended to American singer Gwen Stefani in 2018 when they recorded a duet of "Feliz Navidad" for Stefani's Christmas album.

January 2019: Mon Laferte Performs at Coachella

Mon Laferte achieved a significant milestone in January 2019 when she was announced as a performer at the renowned Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

February 2019: Mon Laferte Earns First Billboard Latin Music Award Nomination and Gold Certification in Mexico

Mon Laferte received her first Billboard Latin Music Award nomination in February 2019 in the category of Top Latin Albums Artist of the Year, Female. Her album "Norma" also achieved Gold certification in Mexico.

May 2019: Mon Laferte Announces "La Gira de Norma" U.S. Tour

Expanding her reach to a wider audience, Mon Laferte announced her U.S. tour, "La Gira de Norma," in May 2019, with the first show scheduled for August 10 in Seattle.

August 2019: Mon Laferte Kicks off "La Gira de Norma" U.S. Tour

Mon Laferte's "La Gira de Norma" U.S. tour commenced on August 10, 2019, at Seattle's Neptune Theatre, bringing her music to a wider audience.

October 2019: Burning of Subway Stations During Protests in Chile

On October 18, 2019, amidst protests and unrest in Chile, numerous subway stations were set on fire, resulting in significant damage and disruption to public transportation.

November 2019: Mon Laferte Subpoenaed by Chilean Prosecutors, Charges Later Dropped

Following her accusations against Chilean authorities, Mon Laferte was subpoenaed by prosecutors in November 2019 to provide evidence for her claims. While facing potential criminal charges, they were eventually dropped.

November 2019: Mon Laferte's Controversial Interview Regarding Unrest in Chile

In a November 2019 interview with Univision, Mon Laferte sparked controversy by seemingly justifying looting and property damage during protests in Chile, stating that "they were only material goods." She also accused Chilean police and armed forces of burning subway stations, further fueling the controversy.

November 2019: Mon Laferte Stages Political Protest at Latin Grammys

Mon Laferte made a bold political statement at the Latin Grammys on November 14, 2019, exposing her breasts with the message "En Chile Torturan Violan y Matan" (In Chile they torture, rape and kill) written on her chest to draw attention to the human rights violations occurring in Chile.

2019: Mon Laferte Nominated for Heat Latin Music Award

Mon Laferte's success continued into 2019, earning her a nomination for "Best Southern Artist" at the Heat Latin Music Awards.

March 2020: Mon Laferte Debuts as Visual Artist

Showcasing another facet of her artistic talent, Mon Laferte debuted as a visual artist in March 2020 with a solo exhibition titled "Gestures" at the Museum of the City of Mexico, featuring 76 of her artworks, reflecting a decade of her self-taught painting journey.

2020: Launch of the Spotify Awards

The first Spotify Awards, based entirely on user-generated data from Mexico and Latin America, were held in 2020.

2021: Mon Laferte Contributes to Metallica Tribute Album

Demonstrating her versatility and musical appreciation, Mon Laferte contributed a cover of Metallica's "Nothing Else Matters" to the charity tribute album "The Metallica Blacklist" in 2021.

June 2022: Mon Laferte Announces Mexican Citizenship

In June 2022, Mon Laferte proudly announced during a press conference that she had been granted Mexican citizenship after 15 years of living and building her career in the country.

November 30, 2022: Mon Laferte Granted Mexican Citizenship

After 15 years of living and working in Mexico, Mon Laferte was granted Mexican citizenship on November 30, 2022, solidifying her connection to the country.

January 2023: Performance at the Olmué Huaso Festival

In January 2023, she performed with the group Mujeres del Viento Florido at the Olmué Huaso Festival, singing her greatest hits. She also sang "La Enagüita" with Chabelita Fuentes and "Canción sin miedo" by Vivir Quintana.