Ego Kill Talent

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EGO KILL TALENT is a Brazilian rock band formed by Emmily Barreto (vocals), Theo van der Loo (Guitar/ Bass), Niper Boaventura (Guitar/Bass) and Raphael Miranda (Drums/Bass). The band was previously joined by Jonathan Correa and Jean Dolabella. Most of these musicians are from bands such as Diesel/Udora, Sepultura, Reação em Cadeia, Pulldown and Sayowa. The name, a short version of the popular expression “too much ego will kill your talent”, invites for a reflection of the ego, which is a common ingredient in the artistic universe. Following this idea of deconstructing the ego, the band members alternate on the instruments and write all the group’s songs together, focusing on a collective identity as opposed to the individual talents of each member. The sonic result is heavy rock that fills your ears. Formed in December of 2014 in São Paulo, Brazil, the band’s headquarters is Family Mob Studios, where they recorded the material that will be released in a series of 3 EPs with American pr