Portuguese Sound Database: O Manipulador

Bio:

It all started in 2010 in Portugal, when Manuel Molarinho decided to create a totally independent solo musical project. In studio, it's an experimental one man band using bass, pedals, loop station and vocals. Musically, it's the expression of an identity influenced by several alternative rock bands and do It yourself ethics. Manuel does all the recording, mixing, production and mastering.

In 2011, the first album,"Boxing", was digitally released in June and the song "i know (short version) was selected to the compilation "Novos Talentos Fnac 2011".

In 2012, the second album, "Chess" was digitally release in October.

Live, O Manipulador often becomes a duo. The music is illustrated by Eduardos Cunha's video projections that involve video mapping concepts (such as projecting on unconventional surfaces). The goal is to give the music a possible visual translation and this way transforming the show in a wider sensory experience.

The project was born in Lisbon, where they formed friendship since 1997, but is now divided between this city (where Eduardo's living) and Arouca (where Manuel's living).