The actor and singer is on tour with more than 60 shows in Europe with the official tribute to Queen, designed by Brian May and Roger Taylor, and performed at the venue that has hosted big names in world music
It looks like a dream! Alirio Netto’s entire career was dedicated to reaching this special moment. The singer and actor performed with the Queen Extravaganza, on February 12, at the Hammersmith Apollo, in London, in the United Kingdom, a house that has already hosted shows by Queen with Freddie Mercury.
Watch excerpt from the show: https://www.instagram.com/p/Con4DKOoYvm/
Alirio Netto talks about the experience:
“Hammersmith is without a doubt one of the most iconic places in the world, especially when it comes to Queen. It’s the second time I’ve played here, this place just reminds me how privileged I am to have the trust of two legends like Brian May and Roger Taylor”
The Queen Extravaganza is on tour across the UK and Europe featuring the best of Queen and having Alirio Netto as one of the protagonists.
Recently, actor and singer Alirio Netto released “The Journey So Far”, material that arrives on all streaming platforms with extra tracks and many surprises. Alírio comments on “The Journey So Far”: “This show was a milestone in my career, where I was able to express with my friends all the moments of my career of more than 20 years on the road. It was a special show that I can now release for those who enjoy my work”, said the vocalist.
Listen to “The Journey So Far”: https://links.altafonte.com/wkybnqx
Watch the show: https://youtu.be/9KzpA3XFBe8
ABOUT ALÍRIO NETTO
Alirio is one of the most recognized voices in Brazil. Whether on stage, in the studio or performing in musical theatre, Alirio makes a strong impression with her powerful voice, incredible range and control. He is currently the vocalist of the band Shaman. “I consider myself a very eclectic songwriter when it comes to rock styles. My favorite songwriters at the moment, and also major influences, are Chris Cornell, George Harrison and, of course, Queen,” says Alirio.
As a rock singer, Alirio fronted the band Khallice, which signed to progressive rock label Magna Carta for the release of their debut album, “The Journey”. Alirio was also a member of the metal band Age of Artemis, which released two albums, one of them produced by renowned singer and producer Edu Falaschi (ex-Angra). More recently, he joined the band Shaman as a replacement for the late Andre Matos.
Alirio has also participated in several musical theater productions, including the role of “Galileo” in “We Will Rock You”, the official musical production of Queen. He was also later announced as the lead singer of the band “Queen Extravaganza”, prompting Roger Taylor to comment: “Alírio is not only a superlative singer, he is also a great showman.”
The actor and singer also voiced the character “Lefu” in Disney’s live action Beauty and the Beast. Furthermore, Alirio also played the role of Jesus in the official Mexican production of “Jesus Christ Superstar”. He also acted as Judas in the official Brazilian production of the same show, for which he was nominated for Best Leading Actor in 2014 by the newspaper “Estado de São Paulo”. With that, doors opened for him in his country, where presentations on some of the main TV programs in Brazil soon followed. He appeared on the biggest talk show in the country, presented by Jô Soares, among several other TV programs such as Altas Horas, Faustão, The Noite, Jornal Hoje, Jornal do SBT, Jornal da Globo and Programa Todo Seu, and also appeared on the program TV show “Good Morning LA” in the United States together with the Queen Extravaganza.
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https://www.youtube.com/c/AlírioNetto
