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Monica da Silva
Pop / Bossa Nova / Latin

"Miles From Nowhere now on iTunes and CD Baby!!"

CHICAGO/BRAZIL, Illinois
United States

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Last Login:  7/26/2008
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   Monica da Silva: General Info
Member Since1/26/2007
Band Websitemonicadasilvamusic.net Band MembersMonica da Silva
InfluencesFrancoise Hardy, Astrid Gilberto, Vinicius de Moraes, Adriana Calcanhoto, Marisa Monte, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bjork, Emiliana Torrini, Seu Jorge, Coldplay, Frou Frou, Kent, Echo & The Bunneymen, Keane, Bloc Party, Travis, Bjork, Imogen Heap, Pet Shop Boys, St. Etienne, Travis, Madonna
Sounds LikeSarah MacLachlan, No Doubt, Liz Phair, Dido, Frou Frou
Record LabelSocialite Fiasco Music
Type of LabelIndie








   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 26 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Jul 27 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Jul 28 2008 7:00P
Coobah Chicago, Illinois
Jul 30 2008 5:00P
Whiskey Blue/W Hotel Chicago, Illinois
Aug 1 2008 7:00P
Al Primo Canto Chicago, Illinois
Aug 2 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 2 2008 5:00P
Latin Wine Fest/Private Party Chicago, Illinois
Aug 3 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 4 2008 7:00P
Coobah Chicago, Illinois
Aug 6 2008 5:00P
Whiskey Blue/W Hotel Chicago, Illinois
Aug 7 2008 7:00P
Ole Lounge Chicago, Illinois
Aug 8 2008 7:00P
Al Primo Canto Chicago, Illinois
Aug 9 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 10 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 11 2008 7:00P
Coobah Chicago, Illinois
Aug 13 2008 5:00P
Whiskey Blue/W Hotel Chicago, Illinois
Aug 14 2008 7:00P
Ole Lounge Chicago, Illinois
Aug 15 2008 7:00P
Al Primo Canto Chicago, Illinois
Aug 16 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 17 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 18 2008 7:00P
Coobah Chicago, Illinois
Aug 20 2008 5:00P
Whiskey Blue/W Hotel Chicago, Illinois
Aug 21 2008 7:00P
Ole Lounge Chicago, Illinois
Aug 22 2008 7:00P
Al Primo Canto Chicago, Illinois
Aug 23 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 24 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Aug 25 2008 7:00P
Coobah Chicago, Illinois
Aug 27 2008 5:00P
Whiskey Blue/W Hotel Chicago, Illinois
Aug 28 2008 7:00P
Ole Lounge Chicago, Illinois
Aug 29 2008 7:00P
Al Primo Canto Chicago, Illinois
Aug 30 2008 11:00A
Flatwater Chicago, Illinois
Sep 20 2008 4:00P
Private Party/Indiana Syracuse, Indiana
Oct 30 2008 1:00P
NACA Mid-America Showcase Peoria, Illinois
Mar 18 2009 8:00P
RedGorilla Music Festival Austin, Texas
Mar 18 2009 8:00P
SXSW 2009 Austin, Texas

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   About Monica da Silva
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Hi! My name is Monica da Silva and I’m a Brazilian/American singer/songwriter living in Chicago.

I’ve been playing and writing music nearly all my life. My Brazilian mom started teaching me piano when I was 3, and then when I turned 6 or so, I started playing the flute. We always had music in our house. I remember listening to stuff like Vinicius de Moraes, Tom Jobim, Joao Gilberto, Astrud Gilberto, Burt Bacharach and the Beatles. I would run around the house and neighborhood singing, and probably being very annoying! I was super obsessed with the musical “Annie”. I think I probably sang “The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow” about a thousand times.

Since my childhood, I’ve been pursuing my dream of being a singer and composer. I write all types of music. I love creating something from nothing, and watching it evolve into something special. Music really is what drives me and keeps me company. No matter what I’ve gone through in my life, it’s always been with me.

The past few years, I’ve been living in Chicago. I try to get back to Brazil at least a couple times a year. I really miss the country, the place and the people. Being Brazilian has really influenced my music. People there are just so “alive” and happy all the time. Music is around them and inside them. I love that!

Right now, I’m involved in two projects. One is a Pop/Rock band that plays music in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I just put out a CD called, “Miles From Nowhere.” If you’re interested, you can pick it up on iTunes or CD Baby. I’m in the process of doing a couple music videos, and I plan on doing versions of the videos in Portuguese and Spanish, as well as English. My other group, the Monica da Silva Quartet, performs Bossa Nova, Jazz, and Samba. We play both standards and originals. I’ve been writing a ton of Bossas lately. I’m going to begin recording a CD of this material very soon.

If you’re interested in booking or information feel free to send me message. Thanks for being a friend! Monica

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"Monica Da Silva and her band proved IPO isn’t limited to jangling guitars. Da Silva showcased light rock tunes from Miles From Nowhere with her full-bodied vocals, and on the irresistible “If You Push Me Away,” added a Latin beat that reflected her Brazilian heritage." (Illinois Entertainer- April 30, 2008)


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Regina coeli





Jul 26 2008 4:43 PM

Ah Mônica esqueci de te parabenizar pela tua ótima forma!!!vc precisa me dar uns toques p eu conseguir a minha boa forma também..ahahah.Quero aprender a performance da música "Fire"ok!Um ótimo fim de semana p vc.
Bjsss
Pwnstar





Jul 25 2008 8:34 AM

I've been great. The moves been enchanting. How was your show?! Lets catch up sometime.
Tainã





Jul 25 2008 7:49 AM


comentários para Orkut - Brasil, Portuguese
Pwnstar





Jul 24 2008 12:39 PM

Have a great show tonight!
Arthur





Jul 24 2008 12:32 PM

happy thursday miss



just showing some love :)
Alyse Black





Jul 24 2008 10:38 AM

Duuuuuude... We're playing Dfest in Tulsa this Saturday! 7 pm on the Tsunami Stage... Revealing a bunch of new songs. It is going to be so crazy fun! You don't happen to be going to Dfest are you? There are tons of incredible bands playing... :)

Tons of love, luck, and wonderful wishes,
Alyse
Juan Carlos





Jul 23 2008 9:12 PM

Adoro tus canciones ,
y adoro a la Princesa que canta .
Tú eres azul ,
comno el cielo de Dios .
azul como noches de amor .
Regina coeli





Jul 23 2008 12:30 PM

Hey Mônica amei essa musica!!!versão dance.
Muito bom!Bjs
Lucky17





Jul 22 2008 2:23 PM

"Fire" is hott as to be expected, you and Erica always did sound great together!! Love ya muaah!
Stacybass





Jul 21 2008 10:23 AM

Holy working-every-night Monica!

You must tell me your booking secret...

-Stacy
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Jul 14 2008 1:31 PM

Monica. Thank u for the birthday wish. I hope you're doing great yourself. I will be coming back to Chicago on the 20th to visit. I'll hit you up girl.
Love ya!
james harley





Jul 1 2008 8:24 PM

Where have you been?
Christos





Jun 29 2008 8:56 AM

Hi, danke für die Freundschaft :) thank you for your friendship! wishing u a great day Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket
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Jun 25 2008 10:41 PM

Man Monica.. You need to hit me up.. I've been blowing UP!!!
Juan Carlos





Jun 25 2008 3:22 PM

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Jun 22 2008 7:23 AM


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Crystina Maez





Jun 22 2008 12:55 AM

Maintain the magic on your way!
LAGRIMAS DE ESPERA





Jun 20 2008 12:47 AM

Invisible Ink





Jun 15 2008 8:55 AM

I think I love You ,SOO what am i so afraid of?,, i,m afraid that I'm not sure of a love there is no cure for....
Juan Carlos





Jun 13 2008 3:31 PM


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Tainã





Jun 12 2008 10:50 AM

FELIZ DIA DOS NAMORADOS!