Reggae, Latin, jazz, soul, Afro beat and hip hop: the eclectic sound of multi-talented musician and singer/songwriter Carvalho evokes them all with his captivating melodies.
He started performing as a teenager, composing poems and tunes which later became reflective songs about love, society, passion and pride. His musical influences are equally diverse – think Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder and Meshell Ndegeocello to name just a few.
Carvalho says: "For me, music is all about self-expression, tapping into the inner senses and reshaping them in a way that engages the listener."
Carvalho not resting while others sleep has been collaborated and composing with musicians/producers worldwide read on.
Dfelic is a producer from Holland collaborated on tracks which are now released via all digital outlets. EP called Your mama told you to Listen. The duo are known as Decadent Creatures expect pure electronic soulful vibes.
Freequency is a musical mash up with producer JahGillaz based in Oslo Norway. This project came about linking on my space and next minute Carvalho was on a plane to Oslo working on demo tracks. With no idea this would lead to 12 tracks being recorded for a soon to be released album in the near future. It's a musical mash up of hip/hop and reggae vibes.
All the way down in South Africa producer/DJ Nutty Nys decided that he liked the original of Carvalho's song Loving U so much he remixed for the South African Market and it was released on his album Love Vintage in early 2009 and Loving you was chosen as the 2nd single off the album which sold 10,000 copies. As well reaching no7 on the metro fm chart rubbing shoulders with the likes of Jay Z and Nicky Minaj. This led to him writing a track Miza another South African DJ/producer called Sound of life and was released in Sept 010 and the track has received a lot positive reviews in the South African musical press.
Staying in South Africa Deep House DJ/producer DJ Mtshepang contacted Carvalho to collaborate on a track for his album but the musical bug took hold and Carvalho ending up recording 4 potentially big hits for the house market. These tracks are now complete ready for release . The follow through from this was a request to work with up and coming House producer DJ Morisky on a track called Let me which is kicking up the South African dance floors as a promo track. Watch out for let Me.!
Going further a field Carvalho has collaborated with a reggae/dub producer called technician from Australia. So far 5 tracks have been completed pending a release called My Desire on a soon to be released compilation album via one love records based in the UK. Project is still ongoing but you will soon hear some sweet dub/reggae vibes.
On the home front collaboration with female producer Paris Cesvette on a track called Come Back has led to the track being remixed by various producers worldwide. They are both planning to collaborate on Carvalho's next album. Release is via BSC's Grooveland label. Moving over to Brazil Sao Paulo in fact is the home of the BSC Brazilian Soul Crew. Sweet Ebony and right Here right now are the 2 tracks he has collaborated on so far. Deepn Soul feat Robert Carvalho - Sweet Ebony (Original Mix) released [Grooveland via Itunes
Bounce-Worthy: Carvalho
SoulUK 05/17/2011 at 12:00 noon
Rob Carvalho is an artist I've been following for a while now. After striking up conversation via twitter and learning he is from the same city as me- Birmingham, UK-we have kept in touch. The singer/songwriter/instrumentalist, whose sound is slightly reminiscent of Maxi Priest, who has released a handful of tracks on various indie labels and is now gearing up to release his debut album, All The Things You Know To Be True, this summer. However, Carvalho is not a man to rest on his laurels, and he has a whole host of collaborations with a variety of producers due to drop this year as well, covering soul, Latin, jazz, house and reggae
As taken from the blog, Talent In Borders:
Musician, Robert Carvalho, who infuses jazz tempos, funk, soul, and smooth R &B, is a sensation to behold. His song, 'Sticky,' is especially derivative of the silky, feel-good vibe one gets when listening to. It places you on a tropical paradise and lounging about, and enjoying the moment. It's a great thing when music sets the tone and allows you to enjoy it. That's what Robert's music does; it fuels the emotion of hanging back, relaxing and taking it easy. Not only are there softer tunes with Carvalho, there are also upbeat, dance tempo tunes to get into the groove with. His music transcends many eclectic elements and keeps you entranced. His voice is superb and transitions from soft to fast tempo exceptionally well. Carvalho is based in Birmingham, UK and has been featured on BBC, BlogTalk Radio via Talking Smooth Jazz, among several other media outlets. His music is favorably regarded, and great things are said about his artistry and musical skills.
