We connected with Fado-artist Mario through WOMEX, the World Music Expo. Though Mario is from Portugal, and was on tour in Brazil, he wanted to do his part to help Sandy victims - going so far as to include the sounds of Brazilian waves on his song!
It's clear Mario has a huge heart - and from the insights we get below, tremendous faith as well. What a gem!
Who/what are your musical inspirations? Love, peace
What gives you hope about the world? Hope in god
What causes do you support – in your heart and/or with your actions? All I can, in my town and in the world, always, when I can.
What fills you with great joy? A smile.
What breaks your heart? Bad persons who complicate my life...
Do you write and sing from joy and hope - or from fear/ anxiety/ need? Always for joy and hope.
What gets you out of bed in the morning? Travel with a flight very early
What was your biggest setback, and how did you overcome it? In 2001 I lost 20.000 euros with a producer. I overcame that with hope in life. In 2012, a Brazilian producer took me to court just to get my money. Again, faith in God always guided me thru the road of life.
Do you meditate? Yes. And pray.
What’s your favorite chord? C. Because in life the most simple sings are the most beautiful.
What word or phrase do you overuse in your lyrics? “My love”
What are you most proud of about yourself? Respect for everyone, and have many friends that love me around the world. not having debts and sleep soundly!
What’s your favorite food? Portuguese alentejo coriander soap