BlackyChan

Biography

I was born on February 19, 1985 in Puerto Rico, in a home where music was always part of everyday life. I am the son of Ramón Morales, bassist who was part of the band of the legendary Cheo Feliciano and the renowned Chaney Orchestra. My mother also contributed to my artistic training, dedicating herself to dancing and singing in church, sowing in me the love for music from a very early age.

I grew up surrounded by rehearsals, performances, and a great diversity of musical genres, developing a deep admiration for popular music, rock, metal, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms, especially bomba and plena. Among all the instruments, the drums became my greatest passion and the perfect medium to express my creativity.

Parallel to my artistic development, I cultivated a strong passion for technology. In 2013 I graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Cupey Campus, with studies in Computer Science, focused on programming, computer repair, network and systems administration. This training strengthened my analytical skills and allowed me to integrate technology with my passion for music, especially in the field of music production.

As a veteran of the United States Air Force (USAF), I had the opportunity to serve my country and develop values such as discipline, leadership, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence. During a deployment to the Middle East in 2021, a new stage in my musical life was born. I took a MacBook and an electronic drum kit with me for the purpose of recording and producing the music I had always imagined. That experience sparked a deep interest in music production, recording, mixing and the development of original projects.

Throughout my career I have participated as an independent drummer in numerous events and musical collaborations, as well as being part of stable projects of cover bands. Each presentation has strengthened my experience, versatility and commitment to artistic quality.

Beyond music, I enjoy traveling, getting to know new cultures and practicing internal tourism, convinced that each place has its own sound identity and that music is one of the most powerful languages to preserve history and connect people.

Today I continue to grow as a drummer, music producer and creator, combining my technological background with my musical experience to develop high-quality productions. My vision is to merge contemporary influences with Puerto Rico's cultural roots, honoring my family's musical legacy while exploring new sounds that inspire future generations.