Alexandre Lins

Origin

Salvador, BA

Genres

axé, samba-reggae, brazilian music, percussion

Instruments

percussion, cajón

Biography

Alexandre Lins is a Brazilian musician, music producer, and percussionist with a strong presence in the musical scene of Bahia. Based in Salvador, Bahia, he stands out for his multifaceted work in the recording industry. Lins has collaborated with several renowned artists, working in both production and musical performance.

As a music producer, Alexandre Lins was awarded a Latin Grammy for producing the DVD "MTV Ivete Sangalo na Fonte Nova" and a Bravo Award for the CD "Letieres Leite & Orkestra Rumpilezz". His work also includes the production of Shakira's album "Shakira.", released in 2014. He also appears in the credits of albums by artists such as Diego Torres and Banda Eva.

In percussion, Lins has participated in recordings and projects that celebrate Brazil's rich rhythmic culture, especially that of Bahia. Alongside Daniela Penna, he is the co-founder of the Tocatambor project, a percussion experience aimed at teaching afro-block rhythms and the culture of the Bahian percussion movement. His work as a musician and producer demonstrates his versatility and contribution to Brazilian music, particularly within the universe of axé and Bahian percussion.