The 4ª Igreja Batista de Macaé is a worship band from the 4th Baptist Church in Macaé, Brazil. They formed in the 1970s with musicians from the congregation, including original members like José Luiz Rodrigues on lead vocals and Marcelino dos Santos on bass. Their music came from the church's services and grew into something heard beyond it.
In 1985, they released their debut album, "Glória a Deus Nas Alturas." The title track became a widely known hymn of praise in Brazilian Christian circles. Other songs like "Voltei" and "As Muralhas" also found their place in worship settings.
The band's lineup changed over time, with other musicians joining. They put out several more albums through the 1990s, including "A Vitória é Sua" and "Para o Mundo Saber." Their sound stayed rooted in church music, even as some listeners debated how it fit with broader Christian music trends.
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