Jack Rebello

Joaquim Lourenço "Jack" Rebello (né Rebelo; born 24 February 1967) is an Indian drummer who works on the Konkani stage.

The son of musician and pioneer of khell tiatr, Mastor, he began his career around the same time as his younger brother Luis.

A leading drummer of Goa, Rebello spent two decades initially playing for Goan cover bands in Delhi.

Rebello was born as Joaquim Lourenço Rebelo on 24 February 1967, in Benaulim, Goa.

His father, João Santana Rebelo, known professionally as Mastor, was a Goan Catholic musician proficient in performing on the trumpet and double bass, and his mother, Faustina Florina Rodrigues, was a homemaker from Orlim, Goa.

Rebello's musical lineage extended further, with his two uncles, Luis Henrique and João Caetano, also being musicians referred to as "mestris."

His father's third sibling was employed at the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company in Bombay, rather than pursuing a career in music like the rest of the family.

João Rebelo, Rebello's father, was engaged in agriculture and additionally facilitated the setup of tents and parking arrangements for attendees of drama performances.

Furthermore, he was involved in musical performances with the band Luis and his Melodians.

Rebello's musical talent was passed down to him by his paternal uncle, Luis Henrique.

His upbringing in Benaulim, a hub of musical talent and tiatr artists, influenced his musical journey.

From a tender age of 9, he displayed an interest in music and actively participated in various musical extravaganzas.

At the age of 14, while still in the ninth grade, Rebello commenced his drumming career by collaborating with his uncle, Luis.

Evidently, Seby and the Wings held considerable popularity during the 1980s.

The band, led by the band leader Seby Fernandes as the lead vocalist, boasted a lineup consisting of Mario Sequeira on bass and Peter Alfonso on keyboards.

Rebello, despite being a newcomer at the time, swiftly earned a prominent position within the ensemble, showcasing his instrumental prowess.

Following a successful eight-year tenure with Seby and the Wings, Rebello sought new musical opportunities and transitioned to the Black Slades, another prominent Goan band captivating audiences in Delhi.

Rebello's musical journey exhibited consistency as he continued to grace the Taj Palace coffee shop for two decades, leaving a mark with his drumming prowess and contributing to the band's success.

Upon his return to Goa, Rebello established his own musical ensemble called Bliss, which remained operational for a span of five years before ceasing its activities.

He also garnered recognition as a member of several popular Indian bands in Goa's music scene.

Although initially offered the opportunity to play drums professionally in a tiatr production by M. Boyer in 1982, Rebello chose to prioritize his studies for the S.S.C examination and declined the offer.

Nevertheless, he continued to accompany his father and uncle to village performances, where his drumming skills were showcased.

As Rebello's career advanced, he became a sought-after drummer for tiatrs, collaborating with directors like the Mendes Brothers and Bab Peter, among others.

Rebello's musical journey commenced as a drummer under the tutelage of his uncle, Luis Henrique.

His early experiences included performances with brass bands, village feasts, and village tiatrs.

Luis Henrique was recognized for his mastery of the double bass as a member of the popular orchestra, Luis and his Melodians.

In 1983, Rebello received an invitation to join Luis and his Melodians, marking a significant milestone in his career.

For a duration of five years, he showcased his drumming skills alongside the orchestra.

Rebello initially immersed himself in the tiatr milieu in 1983, collaborating with Menino de Bandar and contributing his drumming prowess to the productions of tiatrs such as Deudita (God Gives), the non-stop tiatr Succorina, and Indiechi Maim (Mother India).

In 1986, Rebello's aspirations led him to venture to Delhi, where he embarked on a new chapter as a member of the popular band, Seby and the Wings, and remained associated with them until the year 1995.

Rebello's musical trajectory saw a transformative period unfold when Seby and the Wings commenced their performances at Isfahan, the coffee shop situated within The Taj Palace, New Delhi.

This professional engagement at the coffee shop not only provided a platform for Rebello to refine his craft but also played a pivotal role in shaping his future musical endeavors.

Throughout the week, the band captivated audiences with their performances, reserving Mondays as their designated day off.

On Mondays, they catered to private functions hosted by influential business magnates, further establishing their reputation.

Occasionally, affluent business owners would hire them on Sundays, securing special authorizations from the hotel to engage the band's services.

In 2005, during his residency in Goa, Rebello joined the band India for two seasons, dedicating a year of his tenure to their musical endeavors while concurrently engaging in the tiatrs (traditional Konkani musical theatre) produced by his close associate, Comedian Agostinho.

In 2008, Rebello embarked on a collaboration with Comedian Agostinho, participating in the theatrical productions of Sir, Police - Part I, Police -Part II, Advogad (Advocate), Godfather, and Public.

It is worth highlighting that Rebello achieved a distinction by partaking in two tiatrs that successfully completed 200 consecutive shows: Menino de Bandar's Succorina and Comedian Agostinho's Police - Part I.

He performed in all 400 shows of these productions, cementing his position as the sole drummer within the tiatr realm to be associated with both these double-centuries.

Throughout his career, Rebello has contributed his drumming expertise to over 40 albums, collaborating with tiatrists such as Wilmix-Sharon, Lawry Travasso, Pascoal Rodrigues, Menino de Bandar, Hortencio Pereira, and Justin de Santacruz.