Carlos Merino, born in Jerez de la Frontera on January 2, 1984, discovered his passion for percussion at just 14 years old. He began his career with local groups in his hometown before being invited by the renowned guitarist Paco Cepero, marking the beginning of his professional journey.

A versatile and skilled percussionist, Carlos is proficient in various percussion styles, including Eastern, Brazilian, Latin, flamenco, and African rhythms. This broad expertise has led him to work with a wide range of musical genres, including jazz trios, flamenco singers and guitarists, classical music ensembles, and pop performers.

Carlos has his own recording studio and holds academic training in audiovisual production, allowing him to offer online percussion recording services, as well as music production, rhythmic arrangements, and sound design.

Over the years, Carlos has performed at prominent festivals like the Bienal de Sevilla, Festival de Jerez, and Festival de Nimes. He has accompanied some of the most celebrated flamenco artists, including José Mercé, Miguel Poveda, Paco Cepero, and Antonio Rey, among many others.

Carlos has also recorded with a diverse array of artists across genres, including David Bisbal, Pitingo, Vanessa Martín, Alejandro Fernández, and Chambao. His musical versatility has made him a sought-after collaborator in the flamenco, pop, and world music scenes.