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BIOGRAPHY

It was only a matter of time before Isaac Velasquez picked up the drumsticks and carried on his family’s musical legacy. Born into a lineage of legendary musicians—grandson of jazz pioneer Rafael Velasquez and son of the renowned Venezuelan drummer Ivan Velasquez—Isaac’s path was set before he even realized it. Growing up, he was immersed in the world of rehearsals, live shows, and recording sessions, always by his father's side, learning the ropes of what it truly means to be a drummer.

After relocating to Miami in 2003, Isaac quickly made a name for himself, performing across a wide spectrum of genres and recording for various artists. By 2010, he joined the house band for the popular Spanish TV show Batalla de Las Americas, which aired in over 30 countries. Over the years, Isaac has shared the stage with Latin stars like Fanny Lu, Charlie Zaa, Guillermo Davila, and Andres Cepeda, while also spending five years as part of the house band at Miami’s upscale club Kukaramakara.

In 2018, Isaac moved to Nashville, TN, where he continues to collaborate with artists from all over the world, performing in both studio and live settings. From symphonic orchestras to Latin icons and Nashville’s finest, Isaac’s versatile drumming has touched a diverse range of music, leaving a mark wherever the beat takes him.

With a passion for rhythm running through his veins, Isaac Velasquez isn’t just following in his family’s footsteps—he’s forging his own legacy, one beat at a time.

Isaac has worked with Karina, Erika Ender, Los del Rio (La Macarena), Braulio, Leo Dan, Miami Symphony Orchestra, Chelito De Castro, Leo Quintero, Milton Salcedo, Federico Britos, Dave Muse (Firefall), Nestor Torres, Casi Joy, Justine Blazer, Charlsey Etheridge, Colleen Orender, Denny Jiosa, Wendy Moten, and Jamie O'Neal among others.

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