Fernando Alves of Miracle Mile on Life, Lessons & Legacy

Fernando Alves shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Fernando , it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What is a normal day like for you right now?
A typical day for me starts early with a short walk and some quiet time to center myself before diving into music. I spend the morning discovering new tracks, building playlists, and practicing DJing to refine my sound and technique. Afternoons are usually dedicated to recording radio mixes or working on music production, focusing on arrangements, sound design, and remixes. I also use that time to study performances from DJs I admire and plan content to strengthen my artistic presence.
Beyond music, I’ve been studying psychology, philosophy, and communication, which deepen my understanding of myself and others and shape the way I connect with a crowd. I value both physical and mental health, so I make time every day for exercise, reflection, and rest. My goal is to keep each day balanced, clear, and focused on continuous growth as an artist and DJ.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Fernando Alves, also known as Vento. I’m a Brazilian DJ, guitarist, and music producer based in Los Angeles. Before becoming a DJ, I spent over 17 years playing guitar and studied music in college, where I earned a certificate in guitar performance and later pursued music technology at the Herb Alpert Music Center. During that time, I built a strong foundation in music theory and production, and that knowledge, combined with my background as a guitarist, shaped my unique approach to DJing, where I still incorporate live guitar into my sets. I’m also a Pete Tong DJ Academy alumnus, and one of my mixes was recently featured on Ibiza Sonica Radio, one of the most respected electronic music stations in Europe. I’m currently partnering with radio stations in Italy and the UK, where some of my upcoming mixes will be published soon. My current focus is my weekly show called “Vento Sessions”, a project that blends atmospheric and rhythmic electronic music with storytelling to create immersive experiences for the audience.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
It’s hard for me to name just one person who taught me the most about work because I’ve learned valuable lessons from many different experiences and people along the way. I’ve had a very diverse background, and each stage of my life shaped my understanding of professionalism and discipline. My first job as an assistant carpenter taught me the importance of attention to detail, patience, and responsibility. Working as a debt collector at 19 taught me resilience, emotional control, and detachment, as well as how to handle pressure and stay composed in difficult situations. Later, as an intern at an auto parts manufacturer, I learned about communication, transparency, and the importance of taking initiative.

My time in the Brazilian Army had a huge impact on my mindset, teaching me leadership, discipline, and competence in a way that still influences how I approach everything I do. When I moved on to work in the procurement department of a car manufacturer, I learned about project management, planning, and long-term strategy, which later helped me organize and structure my own artistic career.

Throughout all these experiences, I’ve been fortunate to have mentors who guided me, challenged me, and helped me grow, some of whom I’m still in touch with today. I believe that this combination of experiences gave me a strong work ethic and a grounded, adaptable mindset that I carry into everything I do now.

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me something that success never could: no matter what happens around you, it’s always up to you to choose how you respond. During the hardest time of my life, I had no money, just a cell phone and a skateboard. My father was sick and his life was at risk. I didn’t know what the next day would look like, and I felt completely lost. In the middle of that chaos, I made a conscious decision to treat it as a challenge, something that would eventually make me stronger, wiser, and more resilient. I realized that panic and negativity wouldn’t solve anything; only action combined with a positive mindset would move me forward. Today, whenever I go through difficult moments, I see them as opportunities for growth and reminders that strength is built in struggle, not comfort.

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
A while ago, I made the decision to show up as myself every day, no matter who I’m with or what the situation is. My openness sometimes gets me in trouble and can make me vulnerable, but it also attracts the right people and the right opportunities. I’ve learned to accept my flaws and forgive myself for my mistakes, and that honesty keeps me growing. I stay open to criticism and treat life as a constant process of refinement. I can’t wear a mask or pretend to be someone I’m not, and I’ve accepted both the beauty and the consequences of that.

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I just want to be someone who left a positive impact and something useful for whoever comes after me. For me, life is about experiencing and sharing, about learning, creating, and passing it forward. I don’t need my name to be remembered; what matters is that something I shared, whether an idea, a feeling, or song, continues to resonate with someone else, even for a little while. That, to me, would mean I lived with purpose.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://vento.komi.io
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ventomusik/
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/ventomusik