Brazilian percussionist. Born: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 
Not to be confused with guitarist of the same name.

Moved to the US in 1982 and toured with Batucaje. In the 90's he worked with Narada Michael Walden, Al Jarreau, Regina Bell,s Angela Bofill and Booker T. Toured the U.S. and Europe with the Neto Band. Toured with Mariah Carey in 1998 & 2000. He has toured with guitarist Craig Chaquico and rising European instrumentalist, Praful. Began working with Carmen Milagro in 2007.