Born in 1982, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal.
I picked up my first drumsticks when I was 4 years old, handmade by my dad, so that I could play along some songs on my Lego's bucket. From that moment on, I knew that this would always be part of me.
Later came the tupperwares, the pots and pans.
At the age of 15 I had the chance of hitting a real drumkit (without having to run away after...). It was just natural chemistry.
I started to hang out with some drummer friends, and eventually I'd end up sitting behind the drumkit, playing along with a guitar or just jamming a few basic grooves.
In 1999 I got my first drumkit and formed my first band - Plastic Box (in honor of my mom's tupperwares). That was the starting point of my drumming history.
In 2007 I got my college degree in Sound and Image at ESAD.CR, because of my interest in audio recording and production.
Until this day I played with a lot of bands, including Aspirinne, UneXpected, Spartak! and Flippers. I also continue to do freelance work upon request, both live and studio.
Currently I'm recording BASS-OFF's debut album and preparing the official tour. I'm also touring with AD LIB TRIO, THE RISING SUN EXPERIENCE and playing clubs with my cover band PLUG-IN.
Even without any official endorsements, I'm proud to play PEARL DRUMS, ZILDJIAN CYMBALS, REMO DRUMHEADS and PRO-MARK DRUMSTICKS
I'm available for studio and live work, so if you need to contact me, just send me an e-mail
BASS-OFF
Live @ Musicbox (Levi's Live Unbuttoned 501)
17.10.2008
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