A Belém do Pará band that mixed coco de roda and carimbó with rock and electronica.
For their sound, start with 'Coco de Caiana.' For where they went later, try 'Esperando a Troça.'
They started in 1993 with 'Coco de Caiana,' a breakout hit whose lyrics people still argue about. That song's mix of traditional rhythms and cryptic storytelling set the pattern for everything that followed. Later tracks like 'Eu Sou o Mar' kept blending accessible sounds with more challenging themes.
They formed in Belém do Pará in 1993, drawing from local rhythms like coco de roda and carimbó. Their music grew more experimental over time, incorporating rock and electronica elements alongside those traditional Brazilian sounds. This shift drew criticism from some who felt they were moving away from their roots.
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