Alex Rossi, a Brazilian harmonica master, has had an illustrious career within the South American blues circuit, but he’s now setting his sights on the international jazz scene with the seasoned expertise of an artist who has honed his craft over the years. Throughout his career, Rossi has shared the stage and recorded with a myriad of celebrated blues legends, including Smokin’ Joe Kubek, Hash Brown, Sam Myers, Holland K. Smith, Robert Ealey, Magic Slim, Curly “Barefoot” Miller, Mike Buck, Hubert Sumlin, Susan Tedeschi, Shawn Pittman, David “Honeyboy” Edwards, Phil Guy, John Primer, Billy Branch, and Jeff Healey, among others.
Building on his success, Rossi’s journey into international jazz was marked by his performance on soundtracks for the acclaimed cinematic hit “Nono The Zig Zag Kid,” which starred Isabella Rosellini. In 2013, he released the album “Alex Rossi Quartet Plays Tom Jobim,” featuring special guests such as Mauricio Einhorn and Ludovic Beier, alongside other talented musicians.
Relocating to Amsterdam in 2013, Rossi continued to expand his musical horizons. In 2016, he played a pivotal role in producing an album paying tribute to the legendary Toots Thielemans, collaborating with some of the finest harmonica players worldwide.
Most recently, Rossi has released a new album titled “Something To Say,” featuring the exceptional guitar skills of Ozeias Rodrigues. With each project, Rossi continues to demonstrate his versatility and prowess as a musician, leaving an indelible mark on both the blues and jazz scenes.
In March 2024, Rossi releases his latest album, “Alex Rossi And Friends – Buenos Aires Session” marking another milestone in his remarkable career.