The Brazilian band RHCP World Trubute by Organi’c performed on Friday in a club in Nis (Serbia) called Feedback, and the club was packed. Eighteen-year old guitar player – Bruno Portugal, particularly caught the audience’s attention with his performance. His guitar style, as well as his charismatic appearance, delighted all those present, so we wanted to learn more about this talented young musician. Read below to find out what Bruno Portugal talked about in an interview with Ananas Magazine!
Can you tell me your impressions about tonight’s performance?
Bruno Portugal: My impressions about tonight are pretty great! The crowd was full of energy, they were really enjoying the show and feeling it, you know, just like us!
How long do you play in the RHCP World Tribute by Organi’c?
Bruno Portugal: The band is 15 years old, but I’ve played with them for about three years.
How long have you been on this tour?
Bruno Portugal: Around one and a half month, something like that…
And when will you be ending the tour?
Bruno Portugal: I think we’ll be on this tour for another two weeks.
You’re having concerts almost every night since you started touring through Europe, right?
Bruno Portugal: Yeah, we’re almost non-stop on a tour – we Can’t stop!
Did you learn to play guitar by yourself or do/did you go to school?
Bruno Portugal: I learned to play guitar in school, yes, but I quit school – I love doing this, the concerts, the touring.
So, John Frusciante of Josh Klinghoffer?
Bruno Portugal: Oh, I love them both, but John was my hero since I was a little kid! He’s not just my hero, but I think almost all of the guitarist around the world consider him as one! I have to say I prefer John, but I really like Josh too.
What is your favorite album of the Red Hot Chili Peppers?
Bruno Portugal: Hmm, I love Blood Sugar Sex Magik and Stadium Arcadium – those albums are on the same level to me.
Do you have a favorite song to play?
Bruno Portugal: That’s impossible to say! I’m, like, a hardcore fan – I love all the songs!