At 16 years old, Daniel Fonseca releases the single "Not Forsaken" featuring Kiko Loureiro.
At 16 years old, guitarist Daniel Fonseca releases his first single, "Not Forsaken," featuring Kiko Loureiro, Felipe Andreoli…
Megadeth at Rock In Rio: Kiko Loureiro speaks out about the cancellation of the show at the festival.
Kiko Loureiro, guitarist for Megadeth, spoke on social media about the cancellation of the band's show at Rock In Rio.
Kiko Loureiro's mother gave him a guitar as a gift after the principal suggested he see a psychologist.
Kiko Loureiro said that his mother was advised to take him to a psychologist during his adolescence, but she chose to buy him a guitar instead. Continue Reading →
Roberto Barros recalls classes with Kiko Loureiro: "They create a rivalry that doesn't exist."
Roberto Barros, guitarist for Edu Falaschi, commented on comparisons with Kiko Loureiro, formerly of Angra, and denied any rivalry.
6 reasons why Slash is "the greatest guitar hero," according to Kiko Loureiro.
Kiko Loureiro, guitarist for Megadeth, answered fans' questions about his thoughts on Slash – and he had nothing but praise for him…
Megadeth: Kiko Loureiro reveals that Dave Mustaine doesn't use theory when composing.
Kiko Loureiro, guitarist for Megadeth, explained Dave Mustaine's songwriting method, which doesn't use theory. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro shows behind-the-scenes footage of the Knotfest festival in Iowa; watch it.
Kiko Loureiro takes fans behind the scenes of the Knotfest festival in Iowa, United States, in a new vlog.
Kiko Loureiro tries his hand at "Dawn Patrol" on the flute during Megadeth rehearsal.
Kiko Loureiro tried his hand at playing "Dawn Patrol" on the flute during a Megadeth rehearsal before going on stage in San Francisco.
Kiko Loureiro shares behind-the-scenes footage of a Megadeth show with Lamb of God and Trivium.
Kiko Loureiro, guitarist for Megadeth, shows behind-the-scenes footage of the 'Metal Tour of the Year' with Lamb of God and Trivium in a new vlog. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro compares the songwriting styles of Mustaine, Andre Matos, Rafael Bittencourt, and Edu Falaschi.
Kiko Loureiro, from Megadeth, compared the songwriting styles of Dave Mustaine, Andre Matos, Rafael Bittencourt, and Edu Falaschi.
Kiko Loureiro on adapting to Megadeth: "Being shy helped me a lot"
Is being shy a help or a hindrance in your career? For Kiko Loureiro, guitarist of Megadeth, this personality trait has two sides.
Kiko Loureiro reveals difficulty playing "Hangar 18" during Megadeth rehearsal; watch
Kiko Loureiro shared behind-the-scenes footage of rehearsals for upcoming Megadeth tour shows. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro and Herman Li prove they can play guitar even blindfolded in a challenge; watch it!
During a livestream on Twitch, Kiko Loureiro and Herman Li had fun blindfolding themselves with masks and playing guitar.
Kiko Loureiro will be featured on Felipe Andreoli's solo album: "He's a great composer."
Felipe Andreoli will release his first solo album, 'Resonance', in September, and one of the confirmed guests is Kiko Loureiro.
Kiko Loureiro, from Megadeth, on the David Ellefson scandal: "I was afraid they'd drag me into it."
Kiko Loureiro, guitarist for Megadeth, has spoken out about the sexual scandal involving David Ellefson, who was fired from the band. Continue Reading →
Megadeth: “Kiko Loureiro sent my material” for the bassist position, says Felipe Andreoli.
Felipe Andreoli, from Angra, has spoken out about rumors that he is the "mystery bassist" for Megadeth.
Kiko Loureiro prepares to launch his book 'Business for Creatives' during Rock Month.
Guitarist Kiko Loureiro has announced the release of a book offering simple tips for boosting your career in the world of guitar…
Rafael Bittencourt, from Angra, chooses 'Temple of Shadows' as the most difficult album of his career: "Inflamed egos"
Rafael Bittencourt, founder and guitarist of Angra, spoke about the difficulties in recording the album 'Temple of Shadows'. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro shares final video of Megadeth audition; check out “Symphony Of Destruction”
Brazilian guitarist shares with fans the latest video from the auditions that secured him a spot in the legendary band.
Kiko Loureiro releases new album; listen to 'Open Source'
Megadeth guitarist releases his fifth solo album, his first since 2012's 'Sounds Of Innocence'. Listen to 'Open…' here.
Kiko Loureiro releases new song; listen to “EDM (e-Dependent Mind)”
The guitarist shares with fans a preview of the sound and concept of his new solo album, which is scheduled for release on July 10th. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro is finalizing his fifth solo album; learn more.
Megadeth guitarist invites fans to participate in his fifth solo album through crowdfunding, as it is...
Kiko Loureiro releases two more videos from his Megadeth audition; watch them here.
"Trust" and "Holy Wars" were some of the tracks Kiko Loureiro learned and performed to secure his place in Megadeth.
Kiko Loureiro shares video of his audition for Megadeth.
Guitarist Kiko Loureiro shared on his YouTube channel the video of his audition to join Megadeth in 2015. Watch it here! Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro, Mark Tremonti, and John Petrucci are among the 20 best guitarists of the decade.
Guitar World has chosen the best guitarists of the decade. The list of 20 includes Kiko Loureiro, Mark Tremonti, John…
Andreas Kisser, Kiko Loureiro, Slash and others speak out about the fires in the Amazon.
Andreas Kisser, Kiko Loureiro, and João Gordo expressed their concern about the fires that have been occurring in the Amazon in recent years…
Kiko Loureiro reveals he is working on a new solo album.
Kiko Loureiro has announced that he is working on his next studio album, the successor to Sounds of Innocence. Learn more here. Continue Reading →
Kiko Loureiro explains why he hasn't spoken to Andre Matos in the last 20 years.
Former Angra teammate, Kiko Loureiro, commented in a video about why he went 20 years without speaking to Andre…
Andre Matos had given the green light for the Angra meeting, says Kiko Loureiro.
Andre Matos had given the "green light" for an Angra reunion before his death. That's what Kiko said…
Kiko Loureiro speaks about Andre Matos' death in a video.
Andre Matos, founder of Brazilian bands Viper, Angra, and Shaman, passed away last Saturday, the 8th, and the internet is flooded with tributes. Continue Reading →