Marcelo Effori

Live & Programmed Drums/Percs

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Marcelo Effori on SoundBetter

Experienced session drummer, percussionist, and audio engineer. I'm ready to do my best for your music.

Hi, my name is Marcelo Effori (aka Loco Sosa).
I've been a professional drummer, percussionist, and music producer for 20+ years. My background music study includes several rock styles, African percussion, and Brazilian rhythms. I'm also a mixer/audio engineer certified by The Oxford School of Audio (OXSA).
I use Universal Audio Luna, Pro Tools Studio, AKAI MPC, Ableton Live 11, Steven Slate, FabFilter, Metric Halo, Softube, Plugin Alliance, and Universal Audio (hardware and software). I'll give you 3 revisions to get exactly what you need.
I'm endorsed by Techra Carbon Drumsticks.
Check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Loco1969

Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.

298 Reviews - 50 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Idan Altman
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    I've done 18 songs with Marcelo so far and he always delivers top quality drum takes. highly recommended!

  2. Review by P.S. F.
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    Marcelo has been a great help with editing and quantising some timing on live recorded tracks. He's efficient and professional! I would recommend him :)

  3. Review by Kevin F.
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    I've lost track of how many songs I've had the opportunity to work on with Marcelo - every one has been amazing. He's a terrific drummer and always has the right parts for the right times. I enjoy working with him and highly recommend it!

  4. Review by 森 優.
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    Working with Marcelo was a truly wonderful experience! The recording quality and the feel of the beats and fill-ins are exceptional, showcasing his high musical sensibility. And he was dedicated to improving the music until the very end. Highly recommended!

  5. Review by Kevin F.
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    Marcelo is an amazing drummer and has brought a ton of great drumming to my songs - i highly recommend working with him!

  6. Review by Joe Kelly Jr.
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    Marcelo delivered 2 full takes and percussion that were amazing! he is incredibly creative and adds remarkable value to my music

  7. Review by Ro P.
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    Was Great working with Marcelo!
    Awesome Musician.....

  8. Review by Ro P.
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    Excellent Musician ............. Courteous ........ Fast turnaround ....... Great sound ......and a pleasure to work with !!!

  9. Review by Kevin F.
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    Another great experience working with Marcelo, he's a terrific drummer and is clear in his communication - definitely working with him on future projects! Highly recommend!

  10. Review by Idan Altman
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    Marcelo always gets it right!

  11. Review by Kevin F.
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    Awesome work on the song, again! Working with Marcelo is effortless, he always brings it, 100% everytime!

  12. Review by P.S. F.
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    Marcelo is efficient and professional. This is the second time he's helped me with some editing and quantising, and I will work with him again in the future! I would highly recommend.

  13. Review by Idan Altman
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    the best! always delivers top quality drum tracks

  14. Review by Pavlos V.
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    Another job with excellent results ! Thank you Marcelo !

  15. Review by Idan Altman
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    Best drummer on soundbetter!!!

  16. Review by Kevin F.
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    Great to work with Marcelo again - he does a terrific job!

  17. Review by Idan Altman
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    the best! always delivers high quality. well mixed drums.

  18. Review by Howe C.
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    great drum

  19. Review by Idan Altman
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    always gets me the right sound. highly recommended!

  20. Review by Howe C.
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    Great drum!!!

Interview with Marcelo Effori

  1. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  2. A: I have excellent recommendations for you: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/114527-chris-garcia https://soundbetter.com/profiles/11728-dave-parra-%7C-wall-of-sound https://soundbetter.com/profiles/251477-cecilia-garcia https://soundbetter.com/profiles/396130-cuca-ferreira https://soundbetter.com/profiles/140170-fabio-sá

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: I'm working as a drummer, percussionist and music producer on Lu Horta's new album, playing live with Chico Salem, Fabio Goes, Vanguart, and Meno Del Picchia. I'm also recording drums and percussion as a freelancer :)

  5. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  6. A: I will do my best to deliver exactly what you want for your project. And I will keep an open line of communication throughout the entire process.

  7. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  8. A: Ringo Starr, Stewart Copeland, Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Trevor Horn, Tchad Blake, The Black Keys, Vulfpeck, Manny Marroquin, Dave Pensado, Earth Wind &Fire, David Bowie, Daft Punk, Mick Guzauski, Pharrell Williams

  9. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  10. A: Experience, passion & dedication.

  11. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  12. A: I can fit in and contribute.

  13. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  14. A: Cocktail Kit + Beach Umbrella

  15. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  16. A: I worked and still working with a great Brazilian singer/songwriter and body percussionist called Lu Horta. Everything she did since 2001, I am very proud of. I worked (and still working) as a recording engineer, music producer, drummer, and percussionist.

  17. Q: How would you describe your style?

  18. A: Alternative rock drummer, with a lot of Brazilian music in the background. I was a teenager on the 80's and got a lot of rock influences from that time. On college, I discover and studied a lot of Brazilian rhythms, including Bossa Nova. This is my basic musical mix.

  19. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  20. A: BOTH. I love both.

  21. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  22. A: Make people happy doing my work (that I love), and at the same time, being myself.

  23. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  24. A: Take the best of whatever piece of gear you have. It aways has more than you think. Push it :)

  25. Q: What's your typical work process?

  26. A: Communicate - play along - play along - play along - RECORD

  27. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  28. A: I've been working as a professional drummer since 1991, and as a music producer and sound engineer since 2001.

  29. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  30. A: Alternative Rock, Alternative Folk, Rock, New Metal, Brazilian Music

  31. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  32. A: Live drums & percussion tracks. Music Production and Mixing.

  33. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  34. A: Working with Pro Tools 12, Ableton Live 9 and Logic Pro X. Universal Audio Apollo Twin Interface + 4-710d A/D mic-pre. 10 track drum session. SM-57 and SM-58 mics on snare and toms, ATM25 on the floor tom, AT2020 overheads, MXL 1006 and an AT RE320 on the bass drum, Golden Age Ribbon MKII behind the drum set.

  35. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  36. A: PJ Harvey

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Terms Of Service

High-resolution multi-tracked drums (10 channels) and/or percussion. Three revisions. I'll be glad to video call if needed.

GenresSounds Like
  • The Police
  • Foo Fighters
  • PJ Harvey
Gear Highlights
  • Universal Audio 4-710
  • Apollo Twin Duo
  • Focusrite Tone Factory
  • Istanbul Mehmet Cymbals
  • MIJ drum set (60's)
  • Tama piccolo steel snare
  • Ludwig Acrolite 70's snare
  • Odery custon made wood snare 90's 14" x 8"
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More SamplesDrums, percussion, tracking, editing, and mixing.
SoundBetter Deal

Same track -> live drums + percussion = 150.00

  • Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic drum coverJun 01, 2022

    I found this drumless track of one of my favorite songs ever on the internet and couldn't resist...

    https://youtu.be/v02xgzlTUJc

  • Recording drums for Amp. Wole Oni (WOMP) via SoundBetterAug 22, 2020

    Recording drums #32 - U and Me (produced by Amb. Wole Oni)

  • Recording drums for Fernando BergaminiJun 11, 2020

    New video on my YouTube:

    https://youtu.be/LuHZ7RazOaQ

  • New drum cover on my YouTube channel - Long Road To Ruin (Foo Fighters)Jun 01, 2020

    Long Road To Ruin (Foo Fighters)

  • New Recording Drums Video - Let's Dance (David Bowie)Jul 01, 2017

    New video on my YouTube Channel! Check it out!
    Let's Dance - David Bowie

  • Led Zeppelin - Rock and Roll play alongMar 22, 2017

    I love John BonhamI love Led Zeppelinhttps://youtu.be/MHjVaMcVmpw

  • New production for Lu HortaFeb 02, 2017

    I was the drummer and sound engineer on this track:
    https://youtu.be/UYIM9biKPm8

  • New drums recording videoSep 24, 2016

    Nerves by FGOES - Zonzo (2015)
    Drums recording and mixing by Marcelo Effori (Loco Sosa)
    https://youtu.be/y0LAHkOaHis

    All other audio came from the original track produced by Dudinhahttps://www.facebook.com/buenafamilia/

  • Playing percussion on Lu Horta's new video releaseJan 27, 2016

    https://youtu.be/vrwYBA-oIIs
    I also did the recording and mixing.

  • Tracking drums #4Dec 26, 2015

    Overdubbing Seal's song Colour, from the album Human Being.
    https://youtu.be/vQjg7jYrWkg

  • Tracking drums #3Aug 24, 2015

    http://youtu.be/Rs8EK4a_x8c

  • Tracking drums #2Aug 03, 2015

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa1NVWMgWAU

  • Tracking drumsJun 21, 2015

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZJyi8TZ2jI