Nuno Bettencourt

Nuno Duarte Gil Mendes Bettencourt (born September 20, 1966) is a Portuguese-American[citation needed] guitarist, singer-songwriter, and record producer. He became known as the lead guitarist of the Boston rock band Extreme. He has also recorded a solo album as well as having founded bands including Mourning Widows, Population 1, DramaGods, and The Satellite Party.[1]

In this Portuguese name, the first or maternal family name is Mendes and the second or paternal family name is Bettencourt.
Nuno Bettencourt
Bettencourt performing in 2008
Background information
Birth nameNuno Duarte Gil Mendes Bettencourt
Born (1966-09-20) September 20, 1966 (age 55)
Praia da Vitória, Terceira, Azores, Portugal
GenresGlam metal, hard rock, funk metal, heavy metal, alternative rock
Occupation(s)Musician, singer-songwriter, record producer
InstrumentsGuitar, vocals, bass, keyboards, piano, organ, cello, drums
Years active1985–present
LabelsWarner Bros.
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