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When it comes to modern guitar heroes, Larissa Liveir is impossible to ignore. Born in 2002 in Minas Gerais, Brazil, she has rapidly emerged as one of the most dynamic and skilled guitarists of her generation. From early acoustic beginnings to electric mastery, Larissa’s style fuses classic rock, metal, and blues with contemporary flair, making her a standout both on stage and online. Known for her charisma, precision, and fearless performances, she has earned the title of Brazil’s guitar bombshell.
From Social Media Sensation to Guitar Icon
Larissa’s rise has been fueled by her savvy use of YouTube and TikTok, where she posts striking covers of legends like Queen, Metallica, and Pink Floyd, as well as original riffs. Her short-form videos are carefully produced, capturing attention in seconds while showcasing technical brilliance. Larissa Liveir continues to craft original material that demonstrates her versatility and creative vision
Championing Women in Rock: A Modern Nita Strauss
In the global guitar scene, Larissa’s impact is reminiscent of Nita Strauss, who gained fame as Alice Cooper’s touring guitarist. While Strauss dominates stadium stages, Larissa is redefining influence in the digital era, reaching millions worldwide through social media. Both are powerful role models for women in a historically male-dominated industry, but Larissa brings visibility to Latin America, inspiring young musicians to pursue their dreams. She shows that virtuosity and presence, paired with digital savvy, can redefine what it means to be a guitar icon today.
Powerful Partnerships and Brand Influence
Larissa has also become a sought-after collaborator for major brands, including Marshall, Gibson, Epiphone, Schecter, and Ernie Ball. Her unboxings, demos, and artist features connect these iconic brands to younger, digitally engaged audiences, proving that a modern guitarist can influence the industry both musically and commercially. Through these collaborations, she bridges professional musicianship with social media expertise, solidifying her role as a multifaceted force in music.
The Future of Guitar, Liveir Style
Larissa Liveir isn’t just a musician—she’s a phenomenon. Combining technical skill, creativity, and modern digital influence, she inspires a generation of guitarists to break barriers and redefine success. From Brazil to the global stage, Larissa is showing the world that the future of guitar belongs to those bold enough to innovate and fearless enough to lead.
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ABOUT LARISSA LIVEIR
Larissa Liveir is a Brazilian guitarist and social media phenom who has become a rising figure in the guitar world. She first gained attention on YouTube and TikTok by posting technically precise, emotionally driven covers of rock, metal, and blues classics. Her social media presence, which includes carefully produced short-form clips, has made her a powerful voice for young guitarists — especially women — who look up to her as a role model in a traditionally male-dominated space. Alongside her solo work, she performs in the all-female Brazilian band Honey Bomb, and she is actively working on original material. Beyond her musicianship, Larissa has partnered with major industry brands such as Marshall, Epiphone, Schecter, Ernie Ball, Edifier, and Lava Me, leveraging her online reach to promote their products to her large, engaged audience. Her unboxing and demo videos — including high visibility content like Marshall amp reveal videos — help these brands connect with a younger, digital-first generation of guitar players. Larissa’s collaborations not only demonstrate her credibility as a professional guitarist but also amplify the visibility of these brands in new markets, particularly in Brazil and Latin America.
Guitar Thrills Opinion: Why Larissa Liveir Is a Force to Be Reckoned With
What’s remarkable is how she translates that skill into content that captivates millions online without ever feeling gimmicky; every riff, every short clip, is crafted to both entertain and inspire.
But Larissa’s impact isn’t just about notes on a fretboard. She represents a new era of musicians who understand the power of presence—on stage, in the studio, and across digital platforms. Like her international counterparts such as Nita Strauss, she’s breaking barriers for women in a traditionally male-dominated field, but she’s doing it on her own terms, with authenticity and a collaborative spirit. Her work with brands like Marshall and Gibson shows that she’s trusted not just for her talent, but for her ability to connect with a younger, digitally savvy audience.
In short, Larissa Liveir isn’t just a guitarist—you feel her influence long after the video ends. She’s shaping the conversation about what it means to be a modern musician: technically gifted, socially conscious, and fearless in forging a path that’s entirely her own. The guitar world would be wise to take notice; Larissa isn’t coming up—she’s already here.
INTERVIEW WITH LARISSA LIVEIR AND GUITAR THRILLS MAGAZINE
Career & Background
Guitar Thrills: Can you tell us how your journey with the guitar began and what inspired you to pursue it seriously?
Larissa: My journey began very early. When I was 7, I realized something about myself: I was completely in love with the guitar, even without ever having played one. It all started when I saw guitars in video games — my first “guitar” was the one from Guitar Hero, and it was my favorite game. I couldn’t wait to hold a real guitar in my arms and feel what it was like to play it. I got an acoustic guitar for Christmas, and I haven’t let it go ever since. It’s the love of my life. I started pursuing it seriously when people began watching me on the internet and my videos started going viral. That’s when I saw the chance to make a living from it and turn what I love most into my actual profession.
Guitar Thrills: You originally studied engineering and architecture. How did those experiences shape your approach to music? Larissa: It made me realize I hate math… (just kidding! Haha). I tried to pursue those careers because, in my world back in those days, it felt like it was impossible to become a rockstar. That would be considered a crazy or stupid idea. I came from a small town in Brazil, so I tried to follow what was “normal” in my reality. I like art and design, so I think that was why I chose architecture. But I remember saying, right before going to college: if I could do anything for the rest of my life, it would be music. So, I’m forever grateful that everything fell into place.
Musical Style & Technique
Guitar Thrills: Your playing blends rock, metal, and blues—how do you approach developing your own style while honoring the classics?
Larissa: It has been a challenge to write my own material because I’m building a blend of those three styles and creating my own voice. I’m letting myself be free to explore and find my own balance between all those styles. I believe every player has a unique “voice,” so more than fitting into a specific style, the most important thing is to share my voice and feelings through my guitar.
Guitar Thrills: What’s your practice routine like, and how do you challenge yourself to keep evolving technically and creatively?
Larissa: One thing that’s always part of my routine is learning songs for my videos. I like to learn the songs exactly how it is played, and I always make sure to watch all the live versions too. Studying other players teaches you so much, their phrasing, their feel, their ideas, and it naturally inspires you to develop your own voice. I also dedicate time to technique exercises to build resistance and precision. And lately I’ve been diving deep into music theory, especially blues. Blues is the foundation of most of the music I love, so understanding it on a deeper level helps me shape my own sound and create original material.
Social Media & Influence
Guitar Thrills: You’ve built a huge following on YouTube and TikTok. How do you balance creating content with maintaining your artistic integrity?
Larissa: Sometimes it’s hard to balance the content creator side and the “just a musician” side of me. With social media, you can’t really stop creating, so even when all I want is to sit in my room and practice, I still must find extra time to stay active online. It takes a lot of organization and discipline to build a routine that works. Balancing content creation, studying music, practicing guitar, writing original material, and being my own producer and businesswoman is complicated haha.
Guitar Thrills: How do you see your role as a female guitarist influencing young musicians in Latin America and worldwide?
Larissa: I think it’s amazing to have the chance to inspire other people, especially other girls. I still remember playing Guitar Hero and loving “Barracuda” by Heart, because it was the only song with a woman singing. That moment was huge for me, it was the first time I felt like, “Wow, someone like me can be up there.” Back then, there weren’t many women in the rock scene. We mostly heard songs about girls, not songs by girls. And now, the girls who used to be just in the lyrics are stepping onstage, playing guitar, and making rock music themselves.
So, I’m grateful that young girls today can look up to women in this industry, and if I can be one of those references for them, that means the world to me. I hope I can open more space for women in rock, especially Latin women and Brazilian girls, and help show that there’s absolutely no limit to what we can do.
Collaborations & Industry Work
Guitar Thrills: You’ve partnered with brands like Marshall, Gibson, and Epiphone. How do these collaborations influence your music and your connection with fans?
Larissa: Having brands like Marshall and Gibson supporting my work is truly a dream come true. They’ve always been my favorite brands, and to me they represent the real essence of rock ’n’ roll. My sound has improved drastically, and I feel so much more confident playing with such a well-crafted instrument like a Gibson guitar. And I love being able to share that with my followers. They trust me, so it feels good to recommend gear I genuinely use and believe in and help them make better choices for their own playing.
Guitar Thrills: Can you share a memorable moment or lesson from performing with your band, Honey Bomb, or from your solo projects?
Larissa: I’m not in Honey Bomb Band anymore, but the whole idea of joining a local band was to get stage experience, and I did. I learned so much by playing in local pubs and bars, and I believe that’s something every musician should go through. Now I have my own band, and I’m doing live performances with them, I built my own show completely from scratch. I see every rehearsal and every show as an opportunity to grow and understand how things really work on stage (and backstage). I developed so much of my stage presence during those years of “training,” and I also learned a lot about the production side while producing my performance at Best of Blues and Rock alongside an amazing team. Sharing the stage with incredible musicians like Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, and many others was an unforgettable and enriching experience. I know there’s still so much more to learn, and I can’t wait!
Perspective & Inspiration
Guitar Thrills: Who are your biggest musical influences, and what do you try to take from them while making your own mark?
Larissa: That’s a question I always think twice before answering, haha. So many bands and musicians have inspired me and shaped the musician I am today. But if I had to choose, my biggest band influences would be Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, and Led Zeppelin. And when it comes to guitarists whose playing style inspires me, I’d say Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Santana.
Guitar Thrills: Looking ahead, what goals or projects are you most excited about, and how do you hope to continue shaping the future of guitar music?
Larissa: I’m so excited to share my own music with the world. I’m working on my songs and shaping my own identity as an artist. I plan to keep recording the videos my followers know and love, but what I want most is to keep expanding my career, make music videos with my songs, play on big stages, and continue growing to become the best guitarist I can be. And of course, keep Rock ’n’ Roll alive!
And before we wrap up, I just want to leave a warning to everyone who follows my work: there are many fake accounts and scammers pretending to be me, especially on Facebook. I never reach out privately asking for money, personal information, or anything like that. Please make sure you’re following my official pages, I don’t have telegram or message apps, please stay safe online. Thank you for the love and support and thank you Guitar Thrills for having me!
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www.instagram.com/larissaliveir
www.youtube.com/larissaliveir
www.facebook.com/larissaliveir
www.tiktok.com/larissaliveir
www.patreon.com/larissaliveir
www.linktr.ee/larissaliveir)
Conclusion
Larissa Liveir is more than a guitarist—she is a phenomenon shaping the modern music landscape. With her technical skill, creative vision, and fearless embrace of digital platforms, she bridges the worlds of artistry and influence like few musicians today. As a role model for aspiring guitarists, particularly women in a male-dominated industry, she inspires with both her talent and her authenticity. Whether through her electrifying performances, her original compositions, or her collaborations with major brands, Larissa continues to prove that the future of guitar is bold, inclusive, and unmistakably her own.
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