Dino D’Santiago, born in the Algarve to Cape Verdean parents, blends global urban sounds with traditional African rhythms like Batuku and Funaná. He rose to prominence with his acclaimed albums Mundu Nôbu, Kriola, and Badiu, earning major music awards and international recognition from outlets like Rolling Stone and MTV. 

Beyond music, Dino is a cultural leader and activist. He curated the Jardins de Verão festival, judged on The Voice Portugal, and was named among the world’s 100 most influential Afro-descendants. Honored by the Portuguese government and Forbes, he’s recognized for promoting equality and cultural dialogue within the Portuguese-speaking world.