Héctor Eugenio Pavez Casanova, known as "El Indio" Pavez, was born on December 1, 1932, in Santiago, Chile. He began his career as a singer and folklorist, initially studying dance and theater at the University of Chile before transitioning to music. In the late 1950s, Héctor Eugenio Pavez Casanova formed the group Millaray with Gabriela Pizarro, focusing on traditional Chilean folk music. His breakthrough came in 1967 when he embarked on a solo career, releasing his first album Canto y Guitarra. He was a prominent figure in the Nueva Canción Chilena movement, known for his direct and didactic lyrics. After the 1973 coup, he exiled to France where he continued performing until his death on July 14, 1975.
