Eduardo Arantes Barreto

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Also known as

Dudu Aram, Eduardo Aram

Years Active

2012–Unknown

Genres

electronic music, soundtrack, film score

Instruments

multi-instrumentalist, electronic programmer

Biography

Eduardo Arantes Barreto, known artistically as Dudu Aram, is a Brazilian composer and electronic music artist based in Los Angeles. Before dedicating himself to music, Aram practiced law and achieved renown as a DJ and producer in Brazil for over a decade. His transition to composing soundtracks for film and television took place in 2012, when he began working with award-winning composer Antonio Pinto, becoming his partner and mentor.

Dudu Aram's career in Hollywood includes compositions for acclaimed films and documentaries, such as "Selfless" (2015), "El Chapo" (2017-18), "Cocaine Godmother" (2018), "The Devil Next Door" (2019), "Runner" (2020) and "Blood on The Wall" (2020). He was also responsible for the soundtrack of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. As a multi-instrumentalist and electronic programmer, he contributed additional compositions to the Oscar-winning documentary "Amy" (2015) and the video game franchise "Need for Speed: Heat".

Aram's work is recognized for its versatility, combining electronic elements with orchestral compositions. His move to Los Angeles in 2015 marked a turning point in his career, allowing him to immerse himself in the competitive American film market. He is frequently associated with other Brazilian composers who also work internationally, such as Antonio Pinto, with whom he has collaborated extensively.

Discography

• The Odyssey (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2012)
• Antonio Pinto And Dudu Aram – Self/Less (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2015)