Kiko

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Eurico Pereira da Silva Filho

Years Active

1980

Genres

pop rock, MPB, rock

Instruments

electric guitar, acoustic guitar, vocals

Biography

Eurico Pereira da Silva Filho, better known as Kiko, was born in Rio de Janeiro on October 13, 1952. Music entered his life at thirteen, when he learned to play using a guitar borrowed from a friend. After playing at dances and joining the band Los Panchos Villa, he and other colleagues became part of the group Os Famks, which would later transform into the famous band Roupa Nova.

As the guitarist for Roupa Nova since its formation in 1980, Kiko is recognized for his strong rock 'n' roll side and his memorable solos that combine speed, technique, and expressive melodies. In addition to acting as an instrumentalist and vocalist in his main group, he has lent his talent in arrangements and solos to numerous albums by major names in Brazilian music, such as Gal Costa, Rita Lee, Ney Matogrosso, and Roberto Carlos, while also moving across genres like MPB and sertanejo music.

Kiko also stands out as a composer of several Roupa Nova hits and soap opera soundtracks, co-writing tracks with names such as Orlando Morais, Tavinho Paes, and his bandmates Nando and Ricardo Feghali. Songs written by him, such as "A Lenda", "Felicidade", and "Linda Demais", have solidified his importance on the national music scene, remaining active in the discography of the band and other interpreters.

Discography

• Ao Vivo em Goiânia 2, Vol. 1 (2022)
• Ao Vivo em Goiânia 2, Vol. 02 (2022)
• Ao Vivo em Goiânia (2022)