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Trumpet Player

Expensive Soul • Freelance

Feb 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 5 mos

Expensive Soul is a Portuguese soul and hip-hop duo formed in Leça da Palmeira in 1999, consisting of Demo (António Conde) as the group's MC and New Max (Tiago Novo) as its singer, MC and producer. Expensive Soul's musical style incorporates various genres, ranging from reggae to R&B. From their second album, named Alma Cara (2006), to these days, their music possesses a highly organic component. They were specially popular in Portugal from 2004 to 2014. The group released their debut album, B.I., in 2004, with which they rose to mainstream prominence. Some of their most famous songs have been featured in Portuguese telenovelas, such as the track "O Amor É Mágico" (which samples The Impressions' 1974 song I'll Always Be Here) from their third album, 2010's Utopia. Other famous tracks include "Dou-te Nada" (2010) and "Cúpido" (2013). So far, Expensive Soul has released five studio albums, one live album and one live DVD, with a show that was part of the Guimarães 2012 - European Capital of Culture programming.

Trumpet Player

Two Time Winners • Freelance

Jan 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 6 mos

Two-Time Winners is a nu-soul/rn’b duo formed by Samuel Silva and João Sêco, musicians/producers who, after years of sharing experiences and stages, have joined forces for the first time to create an original musical project. In March, the duo released their debut EP, which features collaborations with three international vocalists (Tracey Kayy, Owen O’Sound Lee, and Gracie) and a cast of renowned Portuguese musicians (Marito Marques, Pedro Ferreira, Guilherme Salgueiro, Bruno Macedo, João Sousa, Gileno Santana, and Fábio Rodrigues).

Trumpet Player

Street Gospel Choir • Freelance

Dec 2020 - Present • 5 yrs 7 mos

Street Gospel Choir is a group of friends and professional singers who have been performing together since 2014. This year (2020) they decided to record their first album to enhance their Christmas joy. Street Gospel Choir is a highly eclectic project that can adapt to a wide variety of environments, stages, and events. Lively entertainment is guaranteed!