#04 - Manu Delago: The Most Influential Handpan Player

Manu Delago is, hands down, the MOST influential handpan player in the world. He's been playing since 2003 and has introduced the world to a very percussive and professional style of playing. Manu was also the first player to introduce our amazing instrument to the world high level collaboration. He's got 15 full length albums starting with "Made in Silence" in 2006 up to his most recent release of "Enviorn Me" in 2021. If you're not familiar with his personal catalog...maybe you've heard him with one of his many collaborators such as Björk, Anoushka Shankar, Ellie Goulding, or Shpongle. In this episode, we hear about his beginnings in music, his path to developing his playing style, how he began working with other musicians, and much more! We also got a more in-depth understanding of his instruments, his personal set-up, and what he brings on tour. In other HUGE news, Manu is releasing a Masterclass on MasterTheHandpan starting on May 26th where he gives an incredible look behind the curtain of his biggest songs, the stories behind some of his biggest collaborative projects, how he develops ideas for his albums, and MUCH more! Check out Manu's Masterclass here: https://www.masterthehandpan.com/masterclass/manu-delago For more about Manu: www.ManuDelago.com www.RecyclingTour2023.com IG: @ManuDelago