Mendes

Born in Portugal, shaped by Africa, and inspired by Thailand, Marcos “Mendes” Victorino is a creative powerhouse who blends cultures, passions, and achievements. His tech journey started in 1994 when a ZX Spectrum 128k sparked his love for programming. He dove into Pascal and Basic 3+, studied electronics and computer technologies, and even took a Nokia course in the UAE. Before long, he was leading a response team for Nokia-Siemens in Portugal.

But music is where Marcos truly comes alive. He taught himself guitar (often by ditching class) and soon fell in love with percussion—especially African drums. His musical world shifted two decades ago when he got his first pair of Technics 1210 turntables. Immersed in the sounds of Axis, Tresor, Plus 8, and NovaMute, he developed a passion for Techno, Disco, and House. Today, his collection of 12” vinyls tells the story of his evolving tastes.

Marcos has lit up iconic clubs in Portugal—Kremlin, Queens, O2 Club in Lisbon, and Privé in Lagos, Algarve—sharing decks with legends like Silicone Soul, Jeff Mills, Josh Wink, plus local heroes DJ Vibe, Oscar Baía , Xman AKA Mário Roque or Mastiksoul. Though he’s played alongside the best, he stays grounded, focused on creating unforgettable dancefloor moments.

Professionally, Marcos has spent the last four years optimizing servers for Google, pairing technical brilliance with the spiritual growth he’s found in Thailand. These experiences have also shaped his music, blending Southeast Asian percussion into his sets. To Marcos, music isn’t just an art form; it’s a sanctuary that balances his corporate life.

As a DJ, he’s known for ignoring genre boundaries, following the crowd’s energy instead. His sets are vibrant, experimental, and carry a tribal pulse—thanks to his deep love of African rhythms. He aims not only to make people dance, but to forge a shared experience that leaves lasting smiles.

Today, Marcos continues to thrive in both worlds. Alongside optimizing servers for Google Cloud, he manages web infrastructures for LX Music, Portugal’s largest event promoter. In Thailand, he’s a familiar face in the local scene, keeping is connection with the dancefloor with a monthly residency at Ozone Beach Club.

Whether he’s behind the decks or driving tech innovation, Marcos Victorino embodies creativity, resilience, and a rich blend of cultural influences—truly a standout figure in both corporate and musical circles.

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