Matias Damásio

Matias Damásio da Silva (born February 1, 1982) is an Angolan singer-songwriter, record producer, and composer. He is one of the most popular musicians in Angola and has released five studio albums, all of which have been certified platinum or higher.

Damásio was born in Luanda, Angola, on February 1, 1982. He grew up in a musical family and began playing the guitar at a young age. He formed his first band, Impactus 4, in 1999. The band released their debut album, Nos Kuia , in 2001, which was a commercial success in Angola.

In 2003, Damásio left Impactus 4 and began his solo career. He released his debut solo album, Vitória, in 2004. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it won Damásio the Angolan Music Award for Best Male Artist.

Damásio's second album, Amor e Ódio, was released in 2006. The album was even more successful than his debut, and it won him the Angolan Music Award for Album of the Year. He released his third album, Por Amor, in 2008. The album was also a commercial success, and it won Damásio the Angolan Music Award for Best Male Artist.

In 2011, Damásio released his fourth album, Viver sem Ti. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it won Damásio the Angolan Music Award for Album of the Year. He released his fifth album, Infinito, in 2014. The album was a commercial success, and it won Damásio the Angolan Music Award for Best Male Artist.

Damásio is known for his smooth vocals, catchy melodies, and romantic lyrics. He has been praised by critics for his ability to blend traditional Angolan music with contemporary R&B and soul. He has been compared to other popular African artists such as Bonga, Cesária Évora, and Manu Dibango.

Damásio has performed in several countries around the world, including Portugal, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States. He has also collaborated with several international artists, including Gilberto Gil, Seu Jorge, and Nneka.

Damásio is one of the most successful musicians in Angola. He has won numerous awards and has sold millions of albums worldwide. He is also a role model for many young people in Angola and is known for his positive message of peace and love.