Armando Mendes

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. On on of my earliest musical memories was seeing Herbie Hancock play and how inspiring it was to see a jazz legend live. That lead to my producing my first album "Parallel Universe" a blend of jazzy downtempo mixed with electronic elements. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Bill Evans, Jazz Legends (Légendes du jazz), Vol. 13/32: Bill Evans - Explorations Buena Vista Social Club, Buena Vista Social Club St Germain, St Germain These three albums where seminal to my musical upbringing. Bill Evans is jazz genius, St Germain blend of blue note samples and african roots. Buena Vista Social Club is such and cultural musical milestone and paramount record. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “The Melody Inside (feat. JINADU) [Radio Edit]” This song from my debut album "Parallel Universe" made me very proud of working working with a grammy award wining artist. also was produce in south east Asia with local musicians and surrounded by nature with breathtaking views. What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? On the most memorable moments in my career was being able to meet and record in my debut album "Parallel Universe" i've been a massive fan for years of Chicago electronic music and i was able to work with one it's pioneers Robert Owens. Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band? There's many things i'd like to achieve that are yet to be put into fruition. for example doing a live tour presenting my music across the globe with my favorite musicians and artists. I'm working very hard on making that dream come true.