4-Up formed in São Paulo in the early 2000s with João Marcelo on vocals, Alex Antunes on guitar, André Fonseca on drums, and Daniel Alvim on bass. Their debut album 'Distante' came out in 2003, anchored by the title track that became a hit in Brazil. The song 'Distante' had a gentle, drifting quality that connected with listeners.
In 2006, Marcelo left the band and was replaced by Felipe Léban. They kept recording, putting out albums like 'Pra Você' and 'Esperança' that shifted between electronic and acoustic approaches. Other songs from their catalog include 'Eu Preciso de Você' and 'Início, Meio e Fim'.
Their self-titled album from 2011 featured collaborations with Marisa Monte and Pitty. The band's music stayed in rotation on Brazilian radio for years after.
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