Yrahn Barreto
- Origin
- Natal, RN
- Genres
- alternative rock, MPB, latin
- Instruments
- guitar, vocals, drums
Biography
Yrahn Barreto is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer born in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. He has been dedicated to music since childhood, initially showing interest in drums and later receiving a guitar as a gift at age nine, which he pursued professionally. Barreto holds a degree in Music Licentiate from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) and is currently pursuing a master's degree in music at the same institution, focusing on research in music composition, performance, and education. His musical work often reveres the legacy of Sérgio Sampaio, as evidenced by his show "Yrahn Barreto CANTA Sérgio Sampaio," which was nominated for a music award. Barreto has received multiple accolades, including awards for best performer, composer, and song of the year at the Prêmio Hangar de Música, and has won various festivals. He has collaborated with notable Brazilian artists such as Zeca Baleiro, Chico César, and Escurinho.