Amnistia

Amnistia formed in São Paulo in 2018, with rapper Kamau and guitarist Pedro at the center. Their music pulls from hip-hop, rock, and funk, but it's the direct, politically charged lyrics that define them. The song 'Dinheiro Sujo' became a breakout hit, taking aim at corruption and police brutality with a bluntness that felt urgent on Brazilian streets.

That urgency has come with pushback. The band has faced criticism from authorities and conservative groups, and their concerts have sometimes drawn police attention. They've kept writing through it, releasing albums like 'Resistência' in 2020 and 'Voz do Favela' in 2021. Other tracks like 'Acima de Tudo' and 'Contra-Mão' continue in a similar vein, speaking plainly about inequality and life in the margins.

The lineup includes bassist André and drummer Rafael alongside Kamau and Pedro. Their work isn't subtle, and it isn't meant to be. It's music made to be heard in crowded rooms, with lyrics that name things directly.