Manolo Muñoz has been played on NTS shows including Carlos René, with Lo Mio first played on 1 July 2021.

Manolo Muñoz (March 14, 1941 – October 29, 2000) was a Mexican singer and actor, who was famous for an interpretation of the song "Speedy Gonzales" in the 1960s. He was also one of the first soloists in Latin America to sing romantic ballads, a style that later became popular with artists like José José, Victor Yturbe, and Luis Miguel.

Muñoz, who was born Manuel Muñoz Velasco in La Barca, Jalisco, was also referred to as El Flaco Muñoz, El esqueleto ("Skeleton"), and El Hombre de la llamarada. His career began in 1959; he played a significant role in the history of Mexican rock. He is one of the most prolific Mexican singers, both as the singer of Los Gibson Boys and as a solo artist.

His song “El Rincón Del Alma” was also sampled in Dudley Boyz a song from the FLYGOD album made by Westside Gunn. It also featured Action Bronson on the track.

He was planning a tour at the time of his death.