Salome Gutierrez Renteria is a prominent composer and record producer, recognized as the founder of San Antonio Music Publishers, Del Bravo Record Shop, and D.L.B. Records. Born in D'Hanis, Texas, Gutierrez's family relocated to Mexico during his childhood, eventually settling in Nuevo Laredo.

In Nuevo Laredo, his enthusiasm for music led to friendships with notable figures in the industry, such as Armando Marroquin of Ideal Records and Jose A. Morante of Norteño International Records. In 1951, seeking better opportunities, he moved to San Antonio, where he juggled a construction job by day while working as a sound engineer for Norteño International Record Label by night. By the 1960s, he founded S&R Construction Company and, in 1966, opened the first Del Bravo Record Shop on Old Hwy 90 West in San Antonio. Shortly thereafter, he ceased operations of his construction company, transformed his office space into a recording studio, and launched D.L.B. Records.

For over 50 years, Gutierrez established himself as a key figure in promoting Texas-Mexican music, collaborating with artists such as Flaco Jimenez, Lydia Mendoza, Valerio Longoria, Los Pavos Reales, Dueto Carta Blanca, Irene y Fidel, and Manuel Guerrero, among others, across the U.S.-Mexico border. He was known for his extensive knowledge of music history and his rare recordings, often drawn from his personal collection, reflecting his deep passion for the art form.

A true pioneer, Gutierrez played an integral role in the emergence of commercial Conjunto, Tejano, and Norteño music. He understood the significance of working-class music and wrote songs in a relatable vernacular. Recognizing the need for a publishing entity to support this burgeoning market, he founded San Antonio Music Publishers, which became one of the largest independent Latin catalogs and a major publisher of Tex-Mex music.

Throughout his career, Gutierrez composed over 1,000 songs and recorded more than 600 of them. Among his most notable works are “Mi Negra Suerte,” “La Nueva Zenaida,” “El Llanto De Mi Madre,” “Kilometro 1160,” and “Remordimiento.” His compositions have been recorded by various artists, including Ramon Ayala, Little Joe, Hometown Boys, Los Alegres De Teran, Carlos y Jose, and Los Invasores. His most famous song, “El Gato Negro,” became a signature piece for Grammy winner Ruben Ramos.

In addition to his musical contributions, Gutierrez appeared in the 1976 documentary “Chulas Fronteras” directed by Les Blake. He was inducted into the Tejano Music Hall of Fame in 1983, where he also received the Songwriter of the Year award, and was later inducted into the Conjunto Music Hall of Fame in 2012.