Biografie

From his father’s side Aïrto Edmundo has his roots in the Caribbean, but he himself grew up in Breda. After breaking off a study in tourism, Aïrto was sure about one thing: music would be his future. Not hampered by an education or a well-thought plan he started to explore what kind of music suited him. In the beginning he focused on R&B, in particular Brian McKnight and BoyzIIMen. On his father’s advice he also began to explore other music styles. Classic soul music appealed to him. He had great interest in Donny Hathaway and Stevie Wonder, they both became an outstanding source of inspiration. After that he followed Neo-Soul music with among others Anthony Hamilton and Jill Scott. His own singing career started with an overwhelming performance at a graduation party. The audience’s enthusiasm encouraged him to go on. His warm voice, moving on the cutting line of soul and R&B appealed to a broad public.