17 de Agosto formed in Porto Alegre, Brazil, in 2001. Their debut single 'Ao Seu Lado Quero Estar' became a breakthrough, establishing them in the Brazilian rock scene. The band released albums like 'Ti Amo Tanto' in 2003 and 'Tempo de Alegria' in 2005, and they performed a live album in their hometown in 2009.
Their songs include 'Feitiço,' 'Ilusão,' and 'Laura.' They collaborated with artists like Ivete Sangalo and Vanessa da Mata. In 2008, bassist Tito Maciel died in a car accident.
The core members were Marcelo Gross on vocals and guitar, Luciano Leães on guitar and vocals, Beto Bruno on drums, and Rafael Malenotti on bass.
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