As Oliveiras de Cristo

As Oliveiras de Cristo formed in 1997 in Goiânia, Brazil, taking their name from the phrase meaning "The Olives of Christ." The group came together around the teachings of pastor José Olímpio, aiming to create music that reflected their faith. Their songs like "Cheiro de Milagre" and "Lugar de Bênção" blend traditional Christian themes with contemporary rhythms, which drew some criticism from religious circles who questioned the approach.

Anderson Freire handles lead vocals and songwriting, with Emerson Pinheiro on keyboards and production, Rafael Pinheiro on drums, and Wellington Fagundes on bass. Their catalog includes tracks such as "Homenagem Ao Círculo de Oração" and "Coragem," which have found an audience in Brazil and at Christian festivals internationally. The music doesn't try to separate the sacred from everyday life, working instead as a kind of bridge between the two.

They've released multiple albums, with songs like "O Dono da Promessa" and "Fique Em Paz" continuing to circulate among listeners. The band's focus has stayed on creating music that speaks to their beliefs, without much concern for fitting neatly into established categories.