Diego Villalta
projects
Good Luck Omen
GOOD LUCK OMEN - my duo with vocal star Kalala. It’s a raw and vulnerable side of soul/jazz/RnB. Powerful yet intimate and direct in its delivery. Tunes that pierce you in the heart and smack you in the soul.
TEKWANI
TEKWANI - a collision of hip-hop, Latin, jazz and cinematic-western music, fuelled by the spiritual and artistic vitality of Melbourne/Naarm. The music features a unique guitar from Cuba called a Tres as well as horns, synths, rap and dense beats.
Cyber deep
CYBER DEEP - a weaving of two artistic energies; dynamic streams coming together to create an electric torrent. LAY the Mystic (poet, vocalist) and Diego Villalta (guitar, effects) blend music, poetry and visual art to conjure a unique performance space.
Little turtle floods
LITTLE TURTLE FLOODS is my solo project where I can find a home for all the little orphan musical exploits that don’t fit into any of the ensembles I work with. A little bit jazz, electronic and cinematic in it’s skew
other projects
I’m privileged to be part of some great original musical groups including Lo-res, The Dany Maia Band, Slipper, Thomas Byrne and a handful of others. Check them out around town if you get a chance.
cover shows
I’m extremely lucky to work with some ridiculous talent around Melbourne. After performing hundreds of these shows they’re still never the same and are always a blast to play.