With this album, Fernando journeys into the heart of Romanian musical tradition — from the deeply expressive Balkan Doina to the irresistible dance pulses of Hora, Sârba, and Edinets. Beloved classics such as “Mugur Mugurel,” popularized by Taraf de Haïdouks, meet fresh original compositions shaped by the Gypsy-Balkan rhythms of Romanian lăutari.

Rooted in respect for tradition yet driven by a personal artistic voice, the album bridges past and present. Fernando’s interpretations honor the spirit of the old melodies while allowing space for improvisation, dialogue, and contemporary expression — creating a vibrant, living portrait of Romanian folk music today.

Experience a bold new music album that explodes with global energy, electrifying rock fusion, and unforgettable rhythms from around the world. This groundbreaking musical journey blends traditional world music influences with the raw power of rock, creating a sound that is both timeless and completely original. From hypnotic Turkish and Arabic melodies to soulful blues and hot Latin grooves, the album travels across continents and cultures. It pulses with Balkan gypsy rhythms, vibrant Greek dance traditions, West African beats, and the infectious soukous sounds of the Congo — all reimagined through the dynamic force of a powerhouse trio featuring electric guitar, bass, and drums. Guitar sounds inspired by legendary guitar icons like Jimi Hendrix or Stevie Ray Vaughan, this album delivers blazing guitar work, deep grooves, and tribal-inspired beats that ignite every track. The result is an exhilarating world rock fusion experience that pushes musical boundaries while staying deeply rooted in authentic cultural traditions. Perfect for fans of world music, blues rock, Latin rhythms, and global fusion, this album is a powerful celebration of rhythm, culture, and pure musical freedom.

How would Stevie Ray Vaughan sound if he played Arabic music? What if Julian Lage gifted Fernando Perez a song? How would Jeff Beck sound if he went “Vintage Bizarre”? And what if Dizzy Gillespie played Arabic maqam and rewrote A Night in Tunisia? How about a soundtrack for Father’s Day? All these, and other similar questions, are answered in the new original music composed for UNCONVENTIONAL, an electric power trio album fusing styles such as modern jazz, blues, Arabic music, and other unique influences.

In this album, guitarist Fernando Perez presents a collection of Classical and Traditional Turkish compositions arranged for guitar. It is a compilation of music recorded in different years during Fernando’s life in Turkey. It features Turkish Tanbur player Ozan Tūgrul and Percussionist Hakan Görener. From classical Ottoman music to folkloric Turkish music, the pieces contain astonishing musical jewels from the faraway lands of Turkey.

A musical journey around some of the mystical cultures on the planet. Fernando Perez explores the music of India, Persia, and Ancient Arab worlds. Performed on different guitars, he shows some of the deepest spiritual sounds played on guitar. From Sufi music to Hindu melodies, sounds of the Al Andalus, or the magical Persian Empire. The guitarist crafts a collection of original melodies in an attempt to find the way into the soul.

A journey around different World Music styles featuring Guitars accompanied by world percussions, orchestral arrangements and other instruments. The music is set to a film (movie) type of sound. From the sounds of Black African lands, Spanish Flamenco fantasies, Egyptian dances, and North American landscapes to Balkan Gypsy grooves. Sounds from Indian lost cities, Middle Eastern Arabic deserts and reaching the distant shores of the Far East or Hawaiian paradise islands. A unique album for guitar lovers who enjoy sounds yet to be discovered.