Jam da Silva

Origin

Recife, PE

Also known as

Jamilson Monteiro da Silva

Genres

MPB, percussion, instrumental music

Instruments

percussion, drums

Biography

Jam da Silva, stage name of Jamilson Monteiro da Silva, is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and percussionist born in Pernambuco. His relationship with music began in childhood when he joined Maestro Lima Neto's Orquestra Metais, evolving into a consolidated professional career in percussion and drums. In 2004, at the invitation of Marcelo Yuka, he moved to Rio de Janeiro to join the band F.U.R.T.O., marking a phase of intense collaboration with various artists from the national and international scene.

In 2008, he released his first solo album, "Dia Santo", produced in partnership with Chico Neves. The title track, recorded with the participation of Isaar, achieved international projection upon being included in DJ Gilles Peterson's compilation and featured on the BBC's programming in London. His second album, "Nord", was released in 2013 and recorded between Brazil and Iceland, earning him tours across Latin America and participation in important cultural events.

Throughout his career, Jam da Silva has built an extensive discography and collaborated with major names in Brazilian and world music, such as Arnaldo Antunes, Marisa Monte, Roberta Sá, Elba Ramalho, and the group DJ Dolores e Orchestra Santa Massa. In addition to his work on albums and soundtracks for film and theater, the percussionist continues to move through multiple musical styles, reaffirming his identity as a global and versatile artist.

Discography

• Dia Santo (2008)
• Nord (2014)
• Vuko Vuko (2021)