Born in 1981, originally from Napoli, Italy.

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Mario Borrelli began playing drums and piano at the age of 6, surrounded by his father’s instruments. After years of training with Italian and international teachers, he started his professional career at 17 years old. 

Over the past three decades he has built a solid reputation as a versatile session and live drummer. In 2013 he moved to London and began establishing himself on the international music scene, playing across highly diverse contexts jazz, fusion, bossanova, funk, pop, blues, soul and acid jazz.

His works include festivals, television shows, theatre productions, cruise ships and countless studio sessions for artists and producers. Mario’s playing is defined by strong groove, musical sensitivity, precision and the ability to adapt quickly to any musical context. Whether on stage or in studio, his priority is always the same: to support the song and the artist with a solid foundation that makes the music to excel. 

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In 2024 he relocated back to Italy Milan, where he has been continuing his career both live and studio, nationally and worldwide.

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