POPS Magellan
Tour Dates
May 11 The Baked Potato Los Angeles CA -U.S. SOLD OUT
June 4 Blue Note Rio Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
June 11 Blue Note Sao Paulo - Brazil
YOUTUBE 1.4M
FACEBOOK 20K
STREAMS 15k
INSTAGRAM 26k
“Pops Magellan embodies the spirit of resilience and creativity, and her journey is a reminder of the importance of following one’s artistic path. As we present her on the cover, we acknowledge not just her achievements but the determination that has brought her to this pivotal moment in her career. Her story is one of evolution, and we look forward to seeing how she continues to develop as an artist.”
- Joel Costa (Editor-in-Chief of Bass Empire UK)
“Following the success of her first two groundbreaking singles, “Misunderstood” and “Deep Thoughts,” Brazilian bassist, producer, and composer Pops Magellan releases her third single, “Funk Karma.” The track amplifies Pops’ fearless artistry with unique bass sounds, bold bass grooves, intricate melodies, and a visionary production style that cements her as a trailblazer in modern music. ”
- Jon D’Auria (Editor-in-Chief of Bass Magazine)
“Pops’ sonic identity shines through, with bass tones and funk playing so dynamic that they leave listeners questioning what instrument is creating the hook.”
- Stephanie Lamond (Women’s International Music Network, Jan 31, 2025)
SHORT BIO
Originally from Brazil and now based in Los Angeles, Pops began playing bass at age 9 and started working professionally by 12. She grew up immersed in funk, Brazilian music, and grunge, later expanding her voice through collaborations across genres. Her career took her from Brazil to Europe, touring and recording with a range of artists, before relocating to Los Angeles, where she quickly became one of the city’s most in-demand bass players. Over the years, she has performed and recorded with artists including Willow, Adam Lambert, Avril Lavigne, Travis Barker, Anitta, Larry Braggs (Tower of Power), and Cimafunk, served as musical director for Artur Menezes, and held the role of resident bassist at TV Globo, one of the world’s largest television networks.
Along the years, Pops developed a strong creative identity, writing and producing her own material while overseeing musical direction, visual design, and strategy. In 2024, she began releasing music from her debut EP, DAMAGE, including singles like “Misunderstood”, “Deep Thoughts”, “Funk Karma”, and “Drive Complaining”, ahead of the full EP release in September 2025. The project features a standout cast of top tier musicians such as grammy winner Taylor Graves (Mac Miller, Thundercat), Stanley Randolph (Stevie Wonder), Justin Brown (Thundercat), Swatkins (Allen Stone, Scary Pockets), Astyn Turr, and Artur Menezes. The EP reflects Pops' entry as a producer and composer with a clear sonic vision and It introduces her not just as a bassist, but as a creative force shaping her sound with intention and high musical standards. The full EP Damage will include three additional tracks: “Africa Dust,” “Damage,” and “Misunderstood (Instrumental)”.
Her solo project debuted with a sold-out show at The Baked Potato (Los Angeles), followed by performances at Blue Note São Paulo and Blue Note Rio — a deliberate choice to launch in artist-focused, high-impact venues. Her live set merges tightly arranged compositions with space for improvisation, groove, and visual direction, positioning the bass as the driving voice alongside a band of highly individual, expressive musicians.
In July 2025, she will release a live session recorded at EastWest Studios, featuring Taylor Graves, Sput (Ghost-Note, Snarky Puppy), Noa Kahn, and Artur Menezes — a performance that reflects Pops’ commitment to craft, collaboration, and creating work that honors the past while pushing forward with clarity and intent.
