BIO —
Manu Rosales is a distinctive voice in contemporary songwriting, crafting an eclectic blend of global musical traditions that span from Argentine folklore and Andean sounds to Brazilian rhythms and North African influences. His guitar-playing and lyrics reflect a deep curiosity for diverse cultures, blending contemplative poetics with a nuanced exploration of the complexities and crises of our time.
Since the release of his debut album Cuerpo Aldea, Manu has brought his music to Europe, with performances in Barcelona, Lisbon, Porto, Brussels, Ghent, Strasbourg, and Tübingen during his 2019 tour. In 2022, he launched a successful pre-release tour to promote his second album Estrada, performing across Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Slovenia, Italy, and France.
In 2025, Manu is set to embark on the anticipated Tour Encuentro alongside his trio, featuring renowned Chilean musicians Francisco Martinez on bandoneon and Laura Campos on violin. This tour will bring their evocative music to venues across Europe, offering audiences an immersive live experience. Rooted in the concept of encounters between people, cultures, and sounds, Tour Encuentro explores themes of forced migration, the search for home, and the challenges posed by global humanitarian and climate crises.
Currently pursuing a master’s degree at the prestigious Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki, Manu continues to evolve artistically. His intimate voice and guitar are brought to life by the masterful accompaniment of Francisco Martinez’s soulful bandoneon and Laura Campos’ emotive violin, creating a dynamic musical dialogue that transcends borders and genres
Rosales' collaboration with Brazilian clarinetist and singer Stephanie Kobori in the Koiro Duo adds a further dimension to his work, merging original compositions with traditional music from Brazil and Argentina. Together, these projects highlight Manus' global appeal, drawing from diverse influences and offering audiences a unique reflection on culture, migration, and the human condition.
With a contemporary view over songwriting, Manu Rosales creates an eclectic universe of sounds. His guitar evokes different roots of the world, from the folklore of Argentina, passing through the Andes and Brazil and reaching the Northwest of Africa.
