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| Nando Reis | |
|---|---|
| Name | Nando Reis |
| Birth name | José Fernando Gomes dos Reis |
| Birth date | 12 January 1963 |
| Birth place | São Paulo |
| Genres | Rock, MPB, Pop rock |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter, musician, record producer |
| Instruments | Vocals, bass guitar, guitar |
| Years active | 1981–present |
| Associated acts | Titãs, Os Infernais |
Nando Reis is a Brazilian singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer known for his work as a founding member and bassist of the rock band Titãs and for a prolific solo career with his band Os Infernais. His songwriting and production have influenced contemporary Brazilian rock and MPB, and he has collaborated with a wide range of artists across genres. Reis's career spans multi-platinum albums, songwriting credits, and awards that reflect his impact on Brazilian music from the 1980s to the present.
Born José Fernando Gomes dos Reis in São Paulo to parents of Portuguese descent, Reis grew up in the Vila dos Remédios—a working-class neighborhood of São Paulo city. He attended primary and secondary schools in São Paulo and later pursued studies in Philosophy-adjacent subjects and Journalism-related activities before committing fully to music. Influenced by record collections and local scenes in neighborhoods such as Vila Madalena and cultural centers like the Centro Cultural São Paulo, his early exposure included records from international acts and Brazilian songwriters.
Reis was a founding member of Titãs, formed in the early 1980s alongside musicians from Colégio Equipe circles and São Paulo rock scenes. With Titãs he recorded seminal albums that helped define Brazilian rock, working on releases produced by figures associated with BRock movements and collaborating with producers and engineers linked to labels such as Warner Music Brasil and EMI Brasil. Titãs' lineup included prominent musicians from São Paulo scenes; their albums addressed contemporary themes and reached audiences across venues from the Canecão to the Via Funchal. During his tenure, the band toured extensively, appearing at festivals like Rock in Rio and on television programs such as Fantástico and Programa do Jô. Internal dynamics and artistic directions led to lineup changes over the years, and Reis eventually left the band to focus on solo work and production.
Reis launched a solo career that blended intimate songwriting with full-band arrangements under the moniker Os Infernais. His solo discography features albums released through labels including Universal Music Brasil and independent imprints, with records produced in studios tied to São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro music industries. He performed at major venues and festivals such as Lollapalooza Brasil, Festa Junina circuits, and headline concerts at theaters like Tom Brasil and Citibank Hall. Key solo singles received airplay on stations like Rádio Eldorado and Rádio 89 FM, while his songwriting found placements in television soundtracks for telenovelas on Rede Globo and films tied to directors from Brazilian cinema.
Reis's musical style blends elements from rock, MPB, punk rock, and pop rock, often featuring melodic bass lines, acoustic textures, and lyrical themes of love, memory, and urban life. His influences include Brazilian songwriters and performers such as Chico Buarque, Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, and Tom Jobim, alongside international acts like The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, and Elvis Presley. He has cited inspirations from producers and arrangers connected to orchestral and popular arrangements, referencing techniques used by figures linked to Tropicalismo and São Paulo studio practices.
Reis has collaborated with and written for numerous artists across Brazilian music, including Marisa Monte, Cássia Eller, Ana Cañas, Rita Lee, Titãs bandmates, and songwriters in MPB and rock music circles. He produced records and co-wrote songs for performers associated with labels such as Som Livre and Sony Music Brasil, and worked with session musicians from the São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro scenes. His production credits span studio projects, live albums, and compilations tied to festivals like Festival de Curitiba and television specials on networks such as TV Cultura. Reis's collaborative projects also include duets and writing partnerships with artists from diverse backgrounds, contributing to tribute albums honoring figures like Cazuza and João Gilberto.
Reis divides time between residences in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, maintaining ties to family and longstanding friendships within the Brazilian music community. He has faced public attention regarding health and lifestyle, engaging with topics covered by outlets such as Folha de S.Paulo and O Estado de S. Paulo. Reis is known for his affinity for literature and cinema, citing influences from authors and filmmakers associated with Brazilian cultural movements and international arthouse circles. He participates occasionally in benefit concerts and cultural initiatives alongside organizations such as Instituto Moreira Salles and community music projects in São Paulo neighborhoods.
Throughout his career Reis has received nominations and awards from institutions and ceremonies including the Prêmio da Música Brasileira, Latin Grammy Awards nominations tied to Brazilian categories, and honors from music industry associations linked to labels like Abramus and ECAD. His albums have achieved certifications from entities operating in Brazil's recording industry, and his contributions to songs recorded by other artists have been recognized in year-end lists from publications such as Rolling Stone Brasil and major Brazilian newspapers.
Category:Brazilian singer-songwriters Category:Musicians from São Paulo