Jose Antonio (Pepe) Morán Mercado is born in Mexico City and initiates his piano lessons under the direction of Leopoldo Gonzalez Blasco at the age of 8.

His father, Cecilio "Chilo" Morán one of the best jazz trumpet players in Mexico, shared his love for music and gives him the first lessons.

By the end of the 90's, Pepe has generated a strong array of works especially in jazz and classical areas.

Pepe Morán has performed in latter years in some of the most recognized concert halls in Mexico and in different jazz festivals.