Illusionize
Labels: Armada, Spinnin Deep, In Rotation, Defected
Pedro Mendes, also known as Illusionize, carries a lot of history in electronic music. Born in Goiânia, Brazil, Pedro began his career in 2009 at just 15 years old, and his passion and skill in music production made him stand out in the electronic scene.
In 2015, Illusionize released his first major hit "Bass", a track from the album "Better Days"" released by Bunny Tiger. The album received widespread acclaim, with its 10 tracks amassing over 13 million streams on Spotify.
Illusionize's prowess in capturing the essence of dance music and crafting tracks that deeply resonate with the audience led him to perform at some of the world's biggest festivals. His charisma and energy on stage shone through unforgettable performances at Tomorrowland Brasil, Lollapalooza, Ultra Music Festival, and Rock In Rio, where he not only dazzled large crowds, but also saw his sets garner millions of online views, highlighting his ability to connect with global audiences.
Despite a busy schedule, Illusionize has never put his dedication to art to rest. In 2018, he released the album Brotherhood, which featured the most successful track “Diamonds", in partnership with Visage. The album includes 10 tracks that together assemble almost 15 million streams on Spotify.
His music continues to resonate with the audience. With streaming numbers on the rise, Illusionize has expanded his strong and engaged fan base, boasting impressive figures on social media and streaming platforms. He currently has 604,000 followers on Instagram, 784,800 monthly listeners on Spotify, and a significant presence on YouTube and Facebook, with 524,000 subscribers and 498,000 followers, respectively.
Illusionize has also released 2 more albums over his career: "X" with 10 tracks was released in 2019 to celebrate his 10-year career milestone, featuring the hit "Down", which alone accumulates more than 55 million plays on streaming platforms; And the album "Illusionize's Universe", released in 2021, consists of 11 tracks that ranged from the artist's established sound to new experiments. His work provides an audiovisual experience to the public with the release of an animated film with a script written by the artist himself.
Illusionize's career is characterized by steady growth and a series of successful releases that continue to capture the audience's attention. His talent and versatility make him a highly sought-after artist by events looking to draw a loyal and eager audience to see "Pedrinho", as he is affectionately known by his fans.