Acadêmicos de Milton Friedman

Acadêmicos de Milton Friedman formed in 2003, a group of economists and musicians who decided to put economic concepts to music. They took their name from the libertarian economist Milton Friedman, and their songs often work as satirical commentary on Brazilian economic policy. Their track 'Planalto Caesar's Palace' compares the governance of former presidents Lula da Silva and Dilma Rousseff to the extravagance of Roman emperor Nero.

Their music draws from Brazilian samba and bossa nova rhythms, but the lyrics are where they stand apart. They've released albums with titles like 'Plano Real' and 'Selicando' that turn complex economic ideas into catchy tunes. Other songs in their catalog include 'Good Intentions' and 'Círio da Massa'.

Their approach has drawn attention from both economics enthusiasts and music listeners, though it has also faced criticism from some quarters. The band continues to operate in that space where policy discussion meets musical satire, using humor to make economic concepts more accessible through songs like 'Señorito Satisfecho' and 'Por Una Cristina'.