Mio Matsuda

Mio Matsuda is a versatile Japanese singer known for her eclectic musical style, which blends elements from diverse cultural traditions. She began her musical journey by embracing fado, a genre from Portugal, and later expanded her repertoire to include music from Brazil and Cape Verde. Matsuda's travels have taken her through Portuguese-, Spanish-, and Creole-speaking regions of the Atlantic, allowing her to absorb various rhythms and voices. Her music often reflects themes of travel and cultural exchange. Notably, she has collaborated with musicians from South America and Europe, singing in over 20 languages. One of her notable projects is "Creole Nippon," where she explores old Japanese songs, including those of hidden Christians in Nagasaki and Japanese immigrants in Brazil.

Matsuda's recent releases include "DEAR BOUGAINVILLEA," "El Cant dels Ocells (Live)," "La Selva," "Oita no Uta," and "Creole Nippon: a journey through the memories of songs." Her work often involves rediscovering and interpreting forgotten folk songs, showcasing her passion for cultural heritage and musical diversity. With a background in sociology and language studies, Matsuda's music reflects her deep interest in cultural exchange and storytelling through song.

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