António's stage name, (Variations), reflected his eclectic influences. Despite having no formal musical training, he composed by humming melodies and rhythms into a tape recorder for studio musicians to translate.
His 1981 appearance on the TV show Passeio dos Alegres made him an instant sensation, known for his provocative fashion and unique voice. Variações
After serving in the military in Angola, he lived in London and Amsterdam , where he worked as a dishwasher and learned the trade of hairdressing . António's stage name