Gio Montañez
Miami-based touring and local drummer with 20+ years of experience
about me
Gio’s career has seen numerous highlights, including opening for Alicia Keys with Goyo at the Movistar Arena, performing after Pope Francis in Panama with the group “The Call” for a staggering audience of 600,000 people, and gracing the stage of the American Airlines Arena alongside various artists.
Touring Drummer
Miami-based touring and local drummer with 20+ years of experience
Session Drummer
All genre session drummer and percussionist
Educator
Music educator focusing on private and group classes
Jorge Montanez, professionally known as Gio, stands as a distinguished drummer and percussionist hailing from Barranquilla, Colombia, and nurtured in the vibrant music scene of Miami. With a rich musical journey spanning two decades, Gio has been an integral part of the music industry since 2010, contributing his rhythmic expertise to various renowned artists.
Gio’s impressive repertoire includes collaborations with acclaimed musicians such as Goyo, Paulina Rubio, Greeicy, Wisin y Yandel, Don Omar, Jencarlos Canela, Mirella Cesa, Domino Saints, Ninel Conde, Elena Rose, Obie Bermudez, Manu Manzo, Moneda Dura, Baby Lores, Angel Bleu, Naika, Periko & Jessi Leon, Patrick Romantik, Monterosa, Falquez, Mariana Seoane, Cabas, Carolina La O, Locos por Juana, Tato Marenco, La Santa Cecilia, Chocquibtown, Jahfe, Rec 808, Ed Calle, Bryan Visbal, The Great Fear, Death Becomes One, Hanna Rivas, and his band Kerreke.
Live Performances
From the electrifying stage of the Movistar Arena to sharing moments with 600,000 at Panama’s historic event after Pope Francis, experience the rhythm that defines a journey spanning over two decades.
Updates
A mix of educational drumming posts, show updates, behind-the-scenes vlogs, and much more.
Discography
From Rock to Pop and World music, these are the albums and singles that I have recorded on.
Contact
For booking inquiries, lessons, or any musical endeavor, reach out through the contact form below. Let’s create beats, share experiences, and make music that resonates.