Magnetico Nominated for Best Rock Song!

I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you.

Our latest single from my rock band, Magnetico, titled “What’s Left of Us”, has just been nominated for Best Rock Song at the Hollywood Independent Music Awards.

I wrote and produced the track, with lyrics co-written by Mith Niles. The song was mixed by Jay Ruston and mastered by Paul Logus. I’m also incredibly grateful for the powerful rhythm section, featuring Federico Delfino on bass and Edoardo Tancredi on drums.

Special thanks to our audio engineer Marc Wieland and to Marcel Wittfeld at Eagle Rock Studios for helping bring this track to life.

This nomination means a lot, and I’m so proud of the team who helped make it happen.

If you haven’t heard the song yet, I’d love for you to check it out — it’s linked below.

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Spotify

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Thank you for supporting my music and this journey.

With gratitude,

Rafael Moreira

Founder, Lead Vocalist & Guitarist — Magnetico

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 Magnetico indicado na categoria de Melhor Canção de Rock!

É com muita alegria que compartilho uma notícia emocionante com vocês.

Nosso mais recente single da minha banda de rock, Magnetico, intitulado “What’s Left of Us”, acaba de ser indicado na categoria Melhor Canção de Rock no Hollywood Independent Music Awards.

Eu escrevi e produzi a faixa, com letras coescritas por Mith Niles. A música foi mixada por Jay Ruston e masterizada por Paul Logus. Também sou imensamente grato pela seção rítmica poderosa, com Federico Delfino no baixo e Edoardo Tancredi na bateria.

Agradecimentos especiais ao nosso engenheiro de som Marc Wieland e ao Marcel Wittfeld do Eagle Rock Studios por ajudarem a dar vida a essa faixa.

Essa indicação significa muito pra mim, e tenho muito orgulho da equipe que tornou isso possível.

Se ainda não ouviu a música, adoraria que conferisse — o link está abaixo.

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Spotify

YouTube

Obrigado por apoiar minha música e essa jornada.

Com gratidão,

Rafael Moreira

Fundador, Vocalista e Guitarrista — Magnetico

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Hey everyone, 

 I’ve put together a guitar course designed to help you create solos on the spot without having to plan everything in advance. It’s all about developing a natural, sustainable approach to soloing, so you can play with confidence in any musical situation. 

 What You'll Learn:

 How to break free from rigid, pre-planned solos 

 Techniques to stay creative and fluid on the fretboard

 Practical exercises to develop your own unique voice on guitar If you’re looking to take your playing to the next level, check it out through this link.  Would love to hear your thoughts—let me know how it helps your playing! 

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Keep rocking, 

Rafael Moreira

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Olá, pessoal,

Criei um curso de guitarra para ajudar você a criar solos no momento, sem precisar planejar tudo com antecedência. O foco é desenvolver uma abordagem natural e sustentável para a improvisação, permitindo que você toque com confiança em qualquer situação musical.

 O que você vai aprender:
Como se libertar de solos engessados e predefinidos
Técnicas para manter a criatividade e fluidez no braço da guitarra
Exercícios práticos para desenvolver sua própria identidade musical

Se você quer elevar seu nível de tocar, confira pelo meu link pessoal. Me conta o que achou—quero saber como isso ajudou no seu jeito de tocar!

Continue mandando ver,
Rafael Moreira

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Hello Everyone and Happy New Year!

While the year began with challenges here in Los Angeles due to the devastating fires, we are hopeful for brighter days ahead. I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to the fire department and everyone working tirelessly to protect our community.

On a lighter note, I’m excited to share my upcoming schedule for the next couple of weeks, and I hope to see some of you at these events!

NAMM Show 2025

• Thursday, January 23rd: Performing at the Ernie Ball/Music Man Booth – 1 PM

• Friday, January 24th: Performing at the Proel Booth – 11:45 AM
  Later that evening, I’ll join the Ultimate Jam Event at the NAMM Arena with Doug Pinnick – 10 PM

• Saturday, January 25th: Performing at the Ernie Ball/Music Man Booth – 11 AM

Upcoming Performances & Clinic

• Wednesday, January 29th: Live at the world-famous Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City!
  Featuring Francisco Fattoruso (bass) and Bruno Valverde (drums).
  Two shows: 8 PM and 10 PM.
  Advanced tickets available at www.thebakedpotato.com.

• Thursday, January 30th: Hosting my first clinic of the year at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California.

I’m looking forward to connecting with you at one of these events! Thank you for your continued support, and let’s make this a fantastic year together.

Warm regards,
Rafael Moreira

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Olá a todos e Feliz Ano Novo!

Embora o ano tenha começado com desafios aqui em Los Angeles devido aos devastadores incêndios, estamos esperançosos por dias melhores. Quero aproveitar este momento para expressar minha gratidão ao corpo de bombeiros e a todos que estão trabalhando incansavelmente para proteger nossa comunidade.

Agora, com boas notícias, estou animado para compartilhar minha agenda das próximas semanas e espero encontrar alguns de vocês nesses eventos!

NAMM Show 2025

• Quinta-feira, 23 de Janeiro: Apresentação no Estande da Ernie Ball/Music Man – 13h

• Sexta-feira, 24 de Janeiro: Apresentação no Estande da Proel – 11h45
  Na mesma noite, participarei do Ultimate Jam Event na Arena NAMM com Doug Pinnick – 22h

• Sábado, 25 de Janeiro: Apresentação no Estande da Ernie Ball/Music Man – 11h

Próximas Apresentações e Clínica

• Quarta-feira, 29 de Janeiro: Show no famoso Baked Potato Jazz Club em Studio City!
  Com Francisco Fattoruso (baixo) e Bruno Valverde (bateria).
  Dois shows: 20h e 22h.
  Ingressos antecipados disponíveis em www.thebakedpotato.com.

• Quinta-feira, 30 de Janeiro: Minha primeira clínica do ano no Musicians Institute, em Hollywood, Califórnia.

Espero poder me conectar com vocês em algum desses eventos! Muito obrigado pelo apoio contínuo, e vamos fazer deste um ano incrível juntos.

Abraços,
Rafael Moreira

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Hi everyone! I am back at the world famous "The Baked Potato Jazz Club" in Studio City, California. If you are in Los Angeles this week Wednesday, September 18th, please come to the show! I will be playing 2 sets at 8 and 10pm with Francisco Fattoruso on bass and Thomas Lang on drums. For advanced tickets visit this link .

Oi pessoal! Estou de volta ao famoso "The Baked Potato Jazz Club" em Studio City, Califórnia. Se você estiver em Los Angeles nesta semana, quarta-feira, 18 de setembro, venha ao show! Tocarei 2 sets às 20h e às 22h com Francisco Fattoruso no baixo e Thomas Lang na bateria. Para ingressos antecipados acesse este link.

New Video Alert Hi everyone, the video for my new single, a cover of Mac DeMarco’s “Chamber of Reflection”, is out on YouTube!! The song and video features Dominique Xavier on keys, Francisco Fattoruso on bass and Thomas Lang on drums. The Video was done by Leo Baron. Click here to watch the full video.

Alerta de novo vídeo Olá a todos, o vídeo do meu novo single, um cover de “Chamber of Reflection” do Mac DeMarco está disponível no YouTube!! A música e o vídeo contam com Dominique Xavier no teclado, Francisco Fattoruso no baixo e Thomas Lang na bateria. O Vídeo foi feito por Leo Baron. Clique aqui para assistir ao vídeo completo.

Hello everybody,

My new single is out! It’s a cover of Mac Demarco’s “Chamber of Reflection” featuring Thomas Lang on drums, Dominique Xavier on keys and Francisco Fattoruso on bass. It was done live in one magical take. Produced by yours truly, mixed by Francisco Fattoruso and mastered by Andres Mayo. Please click here for the Spotify link. Video coming soon!!

Olá pessoal, saiu meu novo Single!! É um cover de “Chamber of Reflection” de Mac Demarco com Thomas Lang na bateria, Dominique Xavier nos teclados e Francisco Fattoruso no baixo. Foi feito ao vivo em um take mágico. Produzido por mim mesmo, Mixado por Francisco Fattoruso e Masterizado por Andres Mayo. Clique aqui para obter o link do Spotify. Vídeo em breve!!

Hello everyone, I will be performing with my trio on Wednesday July 24th at the world famous The Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, California. We will play 2 sets, 8 and 10pm. For advanced tickets please click here.

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I'll see you there,

Rafael Moreira

Hello everyone,

It's been a while since my band Magnetico released the album "Death Race" back in 2016. However, I am now excited to announce the release of Magnetico's new single "Is Her Body the Villain". It is out on all music platforms worldwide including Spotify and Apple Music. Here is the link. Please listen and share!

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Olá pessoal,

Já faz um tempo que a minha banda Magnetico lançou o álbum "Death Race" em 2016. No entanto, agora estou animado em anunciar o lançamento do novo single do Magnetico, "Is Her Body the Villain". A música está disponível em todas as plataformas de música em todo o mundo, incluindo Spotify e Apple Music. Aqui está o link. Por favor, ouça e compartilhe!

Hi everyone!

Rafael will be performing at The Grape in Ventura, California on May 2nd with Simon Phillips and Derek Sherinian and at the Baked Potato in Studio City on May 8th with The Rafael Moreira Trio. For advanced tickets please visit www.thegrapeventura.com  and   www.thebakedpotato.com.

Olá pessoal!

Rafael se apresentará com Simon Phillips e Derek Sherinian no dia 2 de Maio no The Grape, em Ventura na Califórnia e com o Rafael Moreira Trio no dia 8 de Maio no Baked Potato em Studio City na California. Para ingressos antecipados por favor visitar os websites   www.thegrapeventura.com and www.thebakedpotato.com.

Hello Everyone!

Here is a short documentary of Rafael Moreira and his Rock Group Magnetico's first show at the world famous Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood California, right after the pandemic happened. Featuring a brand new upcoming track "Her Body The Villain"!

Olá Pessoal!

Aqui está um curta do primeiro show de Rafael Moreira com o seu grupo de Rock Magnetico no famoso Whisky A Go Go em Hollywood na Califórnia, logo depois da pandemia. Apresentando uma nova faixa que será lançada em breve.

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"Her Body The Villain"! Rafael Moreira - Vocals and Guitar / Francisco Fattoruso - Bass / Bruno Valverde-Drums. Video shot and edited by Gabriel Connor. Subscribe to my YouTube channel. Follow me on Instagram  and  Facebook. ( Watch video here).

Hello everyone and Happy New Year!

I’ll be playing my first solo show of the year on Wednesday, January 24th (NAMM week) at the world famous The Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, California. I will have a great band with me featuring Francisco Fattoruso on bass and Bruno Valverde on drums and we will play two sets, 8 and 10pm. For advanced tickets please visit www.thebakedpotato.com. Also I will be performing on Saturday, January 27th at the NAMM show in Anaheim, California at 12 noon at the Musicians Institute booth and at 5pm at the Ernie Ball booth, I hope to see you all soon!

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Olá pessoal e um Feliz Ano Novo para todos!

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Eu farei o meu primeiro solo show do ano Quarta-Feira, dia 24 de Janeiro (semana da NAMM) no famoso The Baked Potato Jazz Club em Studio City na California. Eu terei uma banda incrível comigo com Francisco Fattoruso no baixo e Bruno Valverde na bateria. Para ingressos antecipados, visitem o website www.thebakedpotato.com. Eu também farei performances no Sábado, dia 27 de Janeiro na feira da NAMM em Anaheim, California ao meio dia no stand do Musicians Institute e as 17 horas no stand da Ernie Ball. Espero vê-los por aí! 

Hello everybody! Rafael Moreira will be playing a solo show with Francisco Fattoruso on Bass and Aaron Haggerty on Drums this coming Thursday, July 27th at the world famous The Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, CA. They will play two sets, 8 and 10pm! For advanced tickets, please visit www.thebakedpotato.com and for more info on Rafael please visit:

www.rafaelmoreira.com

www.facebook.com/rafaelmoreira

www.instagram.com/rafaelmoreiraofficial

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Olá pessoal! O Rafael Moreira vai fazer um show solo com Francisco Fattoruso no Baixo e Aaron Haggerty na Bateria e o show será nesta Quinta-Feira, dia 27 de Julho no famoso The Baked Potato Jazz em Studio City na Califórnia. Eles vão tocar dois sets, às 20 e 22 horas. Para ingressos antecipados, por favor visite o site www.thebakedpotato.com e para mais informações sobre o Rafael, por favor visitem:

www.rafaelmoreira.com

www.facebook.com/rafaelmoreira

www.instagram.com/rafaelmoreiraofficial

Hello friends, here is some news for you!  Rafael Moreira is back at the world famous The Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, California. The show is on Wednesday, May 10th at 8 and 10PM (2 sets) and will feature Rafael's amazing trio with Thomas Lang on drums and Francisco Fattoruso on bass. Rafael will be playing music from his first Album "Acid Guitar" as well as new compositions plus fusion and rock classics. For advanced tickets visit www.thebakedpotato.com and for more info and updates visit www.rafaelmoreira.com

Follow Rafael Moreira at 

www.instagram.com/rafaelmoreiraofficial

www.facebook.com/rafaelmoreira

www.youtube.com/musicmagnet10

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Olá pessoal, temos notícias para vocês! Rafael Moreira, está de volta no famoso The Baked Potato Jazz Club em Studio City na Califórnia. O show será Quarta Feira, dia 10 de Maio às 20 e 22 horas (2 sets) e Rafael terá uma super banda com Thomas Lang na bateria e Francisco Fattoruso no baixo. Rafael tocará músicas do seu primeiro disco "Acid Guitar", composições novas e clássicos do fusion e do rock. Para ingressos antecipados visitem www.thebakedpotato.com e para mais informacões visitem www.rafaelmoreira.com

Visitem Rafael Moreira nas mídias sociais!

www.instagram.com/rafaelmoreiraofficial

www.facebook.com/rafaelmoreira

www.youtube.com/musicmagnet10

Hi friends, I hope everyone is having a great 2023 so far!  I have my first show of the year coming up next week on Wednesday, March 1st at the world famous "The Baked Potato" Jazz Club in Studio City, CA. I will be playing music from my first album "Acid Guitar" (purchase here) as well as new music and will have two amazing musicians with me, Francisco Fattoruso on Bass and Thomas Lang on Drums. We will play two sets, 8 and 10PM and you can get your advanced tickets at www.thebakedpotato.com, I'll see you there!!

Rafael Moreira

Olá amigos, eu espero que o começo de 2023 esteja sendo ótimo para todos! Semana que vem Quarta - Feira dia 1 de Março, eu farei o meu primeiro show do ano e será no famoso "The Baked Potato" Jazz Club em Studio City na California. Eu vou tocar musicas do meu primeiro disco o "Acid Guitar" (compre aqui) e musicas novas também e terei dois músicos incríveis comigo, Francisco Fattoruso no Baixo e Thomas Lang na Bateria. Tocaremos dois sets, o primeiro as 20:00 horas e o segundo as 22:00 horas. Para comprar ingressos adiantados visitem o site www.thebakedpotato.com, vejo vocês por lá!

Rafael Moreira

Catch Rafael Moreira live with his amazing jazz/fusion trio later this month on November 30th at the world famous Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, California with 2 shows (8pm and 10pm). For advanced tickets please click here. Also check out Rafael’s latest interview for the Brazilian podcast “Papo Com Clê” (In Portuguese) on YouTube, at this link.

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Não percam o próximo show de Rafael Moreira e o seu trio de jazz/fusion que será dia 30 de Novembro no famoso Baked Potato em Studio City, na Califórnia. 2 shows, (as 20:00 e 22:00 horas). Para ingressos antecipados visitem o site www.thebakedpotato.com. Também confiram a a mais nova entrevista de Rafael para o podcast “Papo com Clê” no YouTube, segue o link https://youtu.be/k-tqX5Sx3NU.

Hello everyone,
I’ll be playing my next show on Thursday, August 25th at The Baked Potato in Los Angeles with Francisco Fattoruso on bass and Sarah Thawer on drums. We will be playing 2 sets, 8 and 10pm and it’s music from my first Album “Acid Guitar” as well as new material.  For advanced tickets, please click here.

Rafael Moreira

Hey everyone, it’s been a little while and I hope you’re all healthy and doing well. I landed the cover of Brazil’s most popular music website. Please check out the article (in Portuguese) here. See you all soon!

Come on out this Thursday, June 30th and enjoy some great music on a summer night. There are 2 sets with one at 8 p.m. and the other at 10 p.m.  Tickets are available here in advance. Hope to see you there!

I'll be playing a show with my trio next Wednesday, May 4th at world famous Baked Potato Jazz Club in Los Angeles, CA. As you know, I'll be playing music from my first Album "Acid Guitar" as well as brand new tunes. Also this is a special show because I will have a special guest drummer Thomas Lang playing with us, so it should be amazing. I hope to see some of you there. For advanced tickets click here.

Hi everyone! I’m back at The Baked Potato this coming Thursday, January 27th with a great line up! Visit the Baked Potato’s website www.thebakedpotato.com for advanced tickets.

Ola pessoal, estarei de volta ao Baked Potato nessa Quinta - Feira dia 27 de Janeiro com um grande time de músicos! Para ingressos antecipados visite o website do Baked Potato www.thebakedpotato.com

Hi everyone! I will be playing a special show on Saturday November 20th at The Alvas Showroom in San Pedro CA. The show is special because it is my first time playing at this venue after over 10 years and I also have a brand new band with Matt Rohde on Keys, Francisco Fattoruso on Bass and Bruno Valverde on Drums! We will be playing music from my first album "Acid Guitar" as well as brand new songs, plus my own covers of classic 70's fusion groups and artists like Weather Report and Allan Holdsworth as well as classic 60's and 70's rock groups and artists like The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. I hope to see you all there on the 20th. Showtime is at 8pm! Get tickets here.

Rafael 

Come out and see Rafa and his power trio Magnetico at The Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, CA as they open for heavy metal rockers Steel Panther. The show is on October 8 and doors open at 8 p.m. Magnetico will go on at 8:30 p.m. Click on this link for ticket information. 

The Rafael Moreira Group will be performing at The Baked Potato Saturday, August 14 for 2 shows (8 p.m. and 10 p.m.) Tickets are $15 for the patio and $25 for inside. Click on this link to get your tickets now.

A new YouTube video is out for fans to see Rafa shredding a brand new solo on a 2006 Magnetico track called “Back Home”. It's with the original line-up of Joey K. on drums and Corey McCormick on bass. Click here to view it.

Rafa is pleased to announce that he will be performing with The Rafael Moreira Group at The Baked Potato in Studio City on June 24 for two shows. Reserve you tickets for the 8 or 10 o'clock show now by clicking here. Seats are available for inside and patio seating, See you there.

"Now and Then", the new album from Paul Stanley's Soul Station featuring Rafa on guitars and backing vocals, will be released on March. One of the 14 tracks "O-O-H Child" can be heard here now. Also, watch the video documentary on how it all came together

Watch Episode 396 of "Three Sides of the Coin" from August 25, 2020 featuring Rafa, guitarist extraordinaire, as he joins the crew to discuss performing with Paul Stanley on his most recent solo tour as well as being a member of Paul Stanley’s Soul Station and playing and recording with Paul Stanley. View it here.

Today, 07/17, starting at 4:00 pm, Pacific time, a live event will be organized by the NGO Doctors of the World (World Doctors). Nonprofit, the institution founded in 2012 and headquartered in São Paulo aims to assist people in vulnerable situations. With 80,000 consultations between 2016 and 2019 and more than 1,000 volunteers working in the health area, the organization will promote live with guitarist Rafael Moreira.  

"Amazing session yesterday with Paul Stanley and the Soul Station band," Rafa.

"Looking forward to playing with Magnetico at The Viper Room this Monday, Oct. 7th for The Sunset Jam," Rafa.

Check out Rafa as he will be performing at Strange 80s 3D (Rockstars Uniting for Charity) on June 1st at the Fonda Theatre with Drop The Needle. For more information and tickets visit www.strange80s.com.

This Saturday, October 13 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. come and experience some great music as Rafa will be performing along with others at Harman Experience Center in Northridge, CA.

Reminder....Magnetico to perform on KISS Kruise VIII (October 31 - November 5) along with KISS, Ace Frehley, Bob and Bruce Kulick, The Dead Daisies and more .... for further information go to www.thekisskruise.com.

Join Rafa as he performs on stage with legendary guitarist Steve Vai for the Big Mama Jama Jam-a-thon right in the heart of Hollywood. This 52-hour jam features Rafa as well as other great guitarists performing with Steve himself. Check Rafa out on Steve Vai's Facebook page here  LIVE at 8 p.m. (PST) tonight. He will also be doing his own mini-set at 11 a.m. (PST). Don't miss it.  

Thank you Bruno Custódio and Fernando Paul at GuitarLoad Magazine. This is the second time I made the cover of this forward-thinking magazine and it feels really good to be appreciated. You guys rule!! Thanks also to Gilad Koriski for the killer shot!! Check it out here.

Rafa and Power Trip Los Angeles will be performing at The Satellite (Los Angeles) on August 23. Show starts at 8:00. For ticket information click here. 

Tune in to the new interview with Mrossi Rockshow featuring Rafa talking about his life and career in the music industry. Just click on Rafa's Facebook page to check it out. 

From Carlos Del Puerto: "This was a video shoot for ZOOM. Yep, they did it again, another amazing product coming out that will blow your mind..and so happy I did it with my friends. They made my tune sound like heaven. LOVE YOU ALL guys! Thank you so much. I am so exited. Can't wait to share it with you."

What a great night at The Whisky last night! Thanks to all of our friends and fans who came out and a special thanks to King's X for allowing us to share the stage with them - Magnetico!

From April 19 to April 22, Rafa will be taking on the role of Camp Counselor at the Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp along with many other guitar greats including Zakk Wylde, Dave Mustane, Paul Gilbert and many others. Check out www.rockcamp.com for more information. 

Check out Rafa performing tonight at The Mint with Power Trip LA. The greatest of hits from the 60's and 70's but with edge! A rock, funk, soul and psychedelic experience! It's a California thing!! Doors open at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $10. For more information check out The Mint.

"It was packed!! I loved meeting each and everyone, signing all the cds and taking individual pics! I thank  everyone at EM&T, Royal Music Brazil, Gibson Guitars, Ernie Ball, Total Guitar and BOSS. Now back to California!"

"On Wednesday, April 11th I will be in São Paulo, Brazil to give a guitar workshop at EM &T Escola de Música e Tecnologia. On this day, I will talk about my guitar concepts and share a little about my career. It would be great to meet you there! I would like to take this opportunity to thank Monica Lima at EM & T, Rene Moura, Ernie Ball and Gibson Brazil for making this possible!! See you soon!!!" (Admission is free for students at EM & T and $ 25.00 for the public) 

"My first guitar clinic here in Tokyo, Japan went amazing! Thank you to ESP Musical Academy, my agent, the Japanese crew and all the students!"

With shows in Tokyo (Jan. 11, 12 & 13) and Osaka (Jan. 15, 16 & 17) Rafa performs in Paul Stanley's Soul Station band as they crank out the best in Motown. 

Rafa is currently rehearsing with Paul Stanley and the rest of the Soul Station band for their upcoming shows in Tokyo (Jan. 11, 12 & 13) and Osaka (Jan. 15, 16 & 17).