International blues guitarist performing live on stage, singing into the microphone and playing guitar during the show.

Ricardo Maranhão

Blues guitarist with an international career, over 1,000 shows performed, and recognition in awards and radio broadcasts in the United States.

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What You Think
About Me

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Cover art for the upcoming music release, featuring the artist holding a guitar, wearing a burgundy suit, in front of speakers, microphones, and visual elements of the band. — Produced By Tim Carmon.
Tim Carmon : Hammond Organ, Wurlitzer.

Biography

International blues guitarist singing into a microphone and playing guitar during a live performance.

Artistic Identity and Musical Training

International blues guitarist, Ricardo Maranhão began his musical journey at the age of 9 and has built a career with over 1,000 live performances. His sound is original, with strong influences from both classic and contemporary blues.

Part of his musical training took place in the United States, including time in:

Nashville (TN) — country and bluegrass
Mississippi — birthplace of the blues

During this period, performed with international artists such as Shaun Murphy, backing vocalist for Eric Clapton.

International Recognition, Media Exposure and Awards

In 2015, signed with Star 1 Records, gained prominence on U.S. radio with “Pull the Trigger” (reaching 6th position on the charts), and expanded his international presence, with coverage by Rolling Stone and MTV (U.S.).

Ricardo has received major international awards, with emphasis on the Akademia Music Awards, including:

“We Could Be True” — Best Pop/Funk Song
“Wait” — Best Blues Song
Best Funk Song (2021) — global recognition

Live performance by the Ricardo Maranhão Trio at the Museu do Olho (Eye Museum) in Curitiba, with a large audience watching the show.

Bands, Festivals and Artistic Consolidation

Former member of the band Milk n’ Blues, Ricardo won the A Chance Music Festival alongside harmonica player Indiara Sfair, outperforming more than 130 artists. He also performed at international festivals such as the Sherbrooke Folk & Blues Festival, in Canada.

In 2020, Ricardo released his first solo album, Iwersen, featuring 12 original tracks, solidifying his artistic identity. That same year, performed at the Curitiba Blues Festival, on the stage of Pedreira Paulo Leminski.

Consolidation in Brazil and Current Projects

In November 2020, Ricardo signed with Midas Music, the largest independent record label in Brazil, under the direction of Rick Bonadio, and released the single “Que Falta Você Faz” in 2021.

Currently, his second studio album, To Make Home, Be Home, is available on all digital platforms through Believe / Make Music Records.

For 2026, the release of a new single by the Ricardo Maranhão Trio is scheduled, produced by Tim Carmon and accompanied by a music video, continuing his original and international artistic journey.

Ricardo Maranhão
& Tim Carmon

Ricardo Maranhão alongside Tim Carmon during the production of the single "What You Think About Me," the new release from the Ricardo Maranhão Trio.

A consolidated career in international music

Tim Carmon is a multi–Grammy Award–winning musician and producer, globally recognized for his work behind the scenes of the music industry. With more than 30 years of career, he has built a solid and consistent trajectory, having participated in:

+250 recorded albums
+50 productions for television and film

His work spans decades and styles, establishing his name as a reference in international music.

A sonic signature alongside legendary names

A sonic signature alongside legendary names — Tim Carmon’s musical identity is present in projects with some of the greatest names in music history, including:

Eric Clapton
Stevie Wonder
Paul McCartney
Babyface

He has also collaborated with contemporary artists of global reach, such as:

Justin Bieber
Ariana Grande
Beyoncé
ALYA

Recognized both in the studio and on stage, Carmon is known for artistically elevating every project he takes part in, leaving a clear and respected sonic signature in the international market.

Currently, Ricardo leads the Ricardo Maranhão Trio, the current phase of his career, alongside:

Ricardo Maranhão Guitar and Vocals
Hemerson Vieira bass
Jean Felipe Pscheidt drums

Awards and Recognition

2015 — Akademia Music Awards
The song "We Could Be True" won the award for Best Pop/Funk Song, marking international recognition of the artist's original work.
2021 — Akademia Music Awards
The song “Wait” won the award for Best Blues Song, reinforcing its relevance in contemporary blues. In the same year, it won Best Funk Song, highlighting its artistic versatility.
2024 — Guitar Load Magazine
He was elected one of the 36 leading blues guitarists in Brazil.