Julia Mestre

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Julia Mestre Teixeira

Years Active

2018

Genres

MPB, pop, contemporary pop

Instruments

vocals, bass

Biography

Julia Mestre Teixeira is a singer, songwriter, bassist, creative director, and actress born in Rio de Janeiro. Her musical career stands out for the fusion of different artistic languages, incorporating elements of theater, cinema, and performance with a strong vintage aesthetic.

In 2022, she achieved national and international recognition as a member of the group Bala Desejo, alongside Dora Morelenbaum, Lucas Nunes, and Zé Ibarra. With the band, she won the Latin Grammy for Best Portuguese Language Pop Album with the record SIM SIM SIM, in addition to winning a Brazilian Music Award, being nominated for the Multishow Award, and embarking on international tours in countries such as Australia, Japan, the United States, and Europe.

In her solo career, she has released albums such as ARREPIADA and MARAVILHOSAMENTE BEM, receiving Latin Grammy nominations and critical acclaim, as well as having songs featured in television soundtracks. Throughout her journey, Julia Mestre has collaborated with various exponents of Brazilian music, such as Tiago Iorc, Jão, Marina Lima, and members of Gilsons, establishing herself as one of the most celebrated songwriters of her generation.

Discography

• Geminis (2019)
• Julia Mestre no Estúdio Showlivre (Ao Vivo) (2020)
• Arrepiada (2023)
• Zé Ibarra Feat. Dora Morelenbaum, Julia Mestre – Live At Glasshaus (2023)
• Maravilhosamente Bem (2025)