Who is Aurelina Dourado?

Aurelina Dourado is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and guitarist. She is best known for her unique style of acoustic-pop music that blends traditional Portuguese music with contemporary sounds. Born in São Paulo in 1988, Aurelina has been playing guitar and writing songs since she was a child. Her musical influences range from classical to contemporary, including Antonio Carlos Jobim, Luiz Bonfá, and João Gilberto.

Aurelina's Music Journey

In 2010, Aurelina released her debut album “Polaroids” which was well-received by music critics and fans alike. The album was a mix of acoustic-pop and bossa nova songs, some of which were co-written with renowned Brazilian musicians. In 2012, Aurelina released her second album “Secrets and Lies” which again was praised for its blend of traditional Portuguese music with modern sounds. Since then she has released several EPs and singles that have been featured on radio stations around the world.

Live Performances

Aurelina has performed all over Brazil and has also toured internationally in many countries including the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom and Japan. She has played at festivals such as SXSW in Austin Texas and CMJ Music Marathon in New York City. In recent years, Aurelina has also been performing solo acoustic shows at various venues around the world.

Style & Influences

Aurelina's style blends traditional Portuguese music with contemporary sounds such as pop, rock and folk. Her influences include classic artists such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Luiz Bonfá and João Gilberto as well as more modern artists such as Elliott Smith and Radiohead. Her lyrics often focus on themes of love, loss and nostalgia.

Latest Project

Aurelina is currently working on her third full-length album which will be released later this year. The album is said to be a mix of acoustic-pop songs combined with electronic elements creating a unique soundscape. The first single from the album will be released soon.}