100 Kaô formed in Rio de Janeiro in 2009 with Bruno Maia on vocals and guitar, Felipe Gama on bass, and Pedro Fonseca on drums. Their self-titled debut album came out in 2013 and included the song 'Pertinho De Mim,' which became a radio hit. They've released three more albums since then: 'Foi Assim Que Eu Fiz' in 2015, 'Depois do Fim' in 2017, and 'Viver de Verdade' in 2020.
Their music pulls from Brazilian popular styles like MPB and samba, along with reggae and rock. Songs like 'Você Faz Falta' and 'Fogo ou pavio' show their range, touching on love and everyday life with straightforward melodies. They've worked with other Brazilian artists including Roberta Sá and Zeca Pagodinho.
In 2017, the band faced plagiarism accusations over the song 'Depois do Fim,' though the claims were later dismissed. They've also dealt with some financial issues and internal disagreements. Through it all, Maia has remained the main songwriter, with Gama and Fonseca providing the rhythm section.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
Sign in to post the first listener note. Reporting stays open to everyone.