Nuno Prata

Nuno Prata was born in 1975 and began his musical career in the 90s as a member of the band Suares dos Reis, alongside Manel Cruz, Peixe, and Kinorm, who would later form the Ornatos Violeta.

Start of Solo Career

After the end of Ornatos Violeta, Nuno Prata decided to record a solo demo titled “Todos os Dias Fossem Estes”, with 12 tracks that would be the basis for his first solo album. In 2003, he re-recorded some of these tracks with French multi-instrumentalist Nicolas Tricot, resulting in the demo “Nuno, Nico”.

First Solo Album

In 2006, Nuno Prata released his first solo album, “Todos os Dias Fossem Estes/Outros”, with 19 songs written between 2000 and 2005. The album was recorded by Nuno Prata and Nicolas Tricot, with a unique and experimental approach.

Break and Return

After the album’s reception fell short of expectations, Nuno Prata decided to take a break and completed a sculpture course at ESBAP. During this break, he also worked in the record section of FNAC.

Special Collaborations

In 2007, Nuno Prata participated in the tribute album to Adriano Correia de Oliveira and in the 3 Pistas series of the Portugália program on Antena 3. These special collaborations allowed him to continue developing his music and performing for the public.

Influences and Style

Nuno Prata is known for his unique style and diverse influences, including Ornatos Violeta, Caetano Veloso, Chico Buarque, Violent Femmes, and Sérgio Godinho. His songs blend observant everyday life, humor, and sincere emotions.

Second Solo Album

In 2010, Nuno Prata released his second solo album, “Deve Haver”, produced by Hélder Gonçalves and with design and illustration by Marco Mendes. The album features 12 songs that represent a summary of Nuno Prata’s work since he began writing songs.

Live Performances

Nuno Prata has performed his albums live in various venues, including the Super Bock em Stock Festival and other shows across the country. His music is characterized by a unique and experimental approach, with great attention to detail and lyrics.

Legacy

Nuno Prata is an excellent songwriter, with a diverse musical career and a unique approach to music. His albums reflect his creativity and skill as a musician and composer, and he continues to be an important figure in the Portuguese music scene.

Artistic Development

Throughout his career, Nuno Prata has developed a unique approach to music, blending elements of rock, pop, and folk. His music is characterized by intelligent lyrics and catchy melodies.

Nuno Prata is a talented and creative musician, with a diverse musical career and a unique approach to music. His albums reflect his skill as a musician and composer, and he continues to be an important figure in the Portuguese music scene.