509-e

509-E formed in São Paulo in the late 1990s with Fábio Allman on vocals and guitar, Fábio Elias on drums, and Luiz Artur on bass. They played alternative rock and worked through the usual early struggles of a new band. Their self-titled debut album came out in 2001, and the song 'Oitavo Anjo' from it connected with listeners and helped them find a wider audience.

Their music often leaned into introspective and sometimes cryptic lyrics, which became a point of discussion. Tracks like 'Saudades Mil' and 'Noite Infeliz' carried that mood. The lineup changed over time, with Sérgio Mekler eventually taking over on drums, and later additions like keyboardist Lucas Paiva and guitarist Dudu Avila. Allman stayed as the consistent voice and songwriter through those shifts.

They put out several more albums, including 'Luz Negra' in 2003 and 'Psicodelia' in 2005. Their sound kept its alternative rock foundation while incorporating some experimental touches. The band developed a dedicated following in Brazil's alternative scene, with songs like 'Apenas Um Sonho' and 'Só Os Fortes' representing their later work.