Evandro Mesquita

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1970

Genres

rock, pop rock

Instruments

vocals, guitar

Biography

Evandro Nahid de Mesquita was born in Rio de Janeiro on February 19, 1952. He rose to national prominence as the creator and lead singer of the band Blitz, one of the foremost pioneers of the Brazilian rock movement in the 1980s. Alongside his musical endeavors with Blitz, he was a key member of the influential theater troupe Asdrúbal Trouxe o Trombone, collaborating with notable figures such as Cazuza and Regina Casé.

Following the initial wave of success with Blitz, Mesquita embarked on a diverse solo career, releasing albums like Planos Aéreos and Procedimento Normal, while also cementing a prolific career as a television and film actor. His charismatic persona and quintessential carioca charm became staples in numerous Brazilian soap operas and sitcoms. Notably, he portrayed the beloved mechanic Paulo "Paulão" Wilson in the long-running television series A Grande Família.

In later years, Mesquita reunited with Blitz, releasing critically acclaimed live albums and DVDs, and continued to make memorable television appearances in shows like Tapas & Beijos and Escolinha do Professor Raimundo. His enduring contributions to Brazilian culture span across music, theater, and television, solidifying his status as a multifaceted entertainer.

Discography

• Evandro (1986)
• Greg e sua Gangue (1986)
• Planos Aéreos (1987)
• Babilônia Maravilhosa (1989)
• Procedimento Normal (1989)
• Almanaque Sexual dos Eletrodomésticos e Outros Animais (1991)
• Chacal Blues (faixa extraída do lp Almanaque Sexual dos Eletrodomésticos e Outros Animais) (1991)