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] Renz Verano graduated from the University of the Philippines Diliman with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics in 1982.
[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.