Daniela Mercury

In the early 1990s, Daniela Mercury rose to fame in Brazil and around the world, solidifying the AXÉ genre with her national and international success, earning her the title of Queen of Axé. With a background in ballet from the Royal Academy of Ballet in London, Daniela is a multifaceted artist known for her work as a dancer, composer, art director, music producer, presenter, and actress. She boasts an impressive list of accolades, including a Grammy Latino, 6 TIM Music Awards, 3 Multishow Awards, and numerous other honors, with over 30 years in the industry, over 20 million records sold worldwide, 23 albums, and 7 DVDs.

Daniela holds the record for the best-selling artist in the history of Portugal, Argentina, and Uruguay, garnering global recognition and acclaim that solidified her status as a world-class artist. International publications such as The New York Times and Los Angeles Times have praised Daniela's work, with The New York Times commending her for transcending conventional boundaries with contemporary pop that celebrates Brazil's ethnic and cultural diversity, while the Los Angeles Times likened her to a blend of Madonna's provocative sensuality, Tina Turner's energy, and Catherine Zeta-Jones' elegance.