Banda Eu formed in São Paulo in 1991, starting as street performers before gaining national attention. Their music mixes samba with pop and rock, creating an energetic sound that became popular in Brazil during the 1990s and early 2000s.
The band is led by vocalists Tico Santa Cruz and Guto Goffi, and their 1996 album 'Festa Surpresa' gave name to what some called the 'Festa Surpresa' movement. Songs like 'Festa Surpresa' and 'Sonhe Com Os Anjos' capture their celebratory approach, though they faced some criticism in 2003 over lyrics in the song 'Cachorro Louco'.
Their lineup has included bassist Léo Bianchini, keyboardist Pedro Luís, drummer Marcelo Mira, and guitarist Marcelo Novaes. They've worked with artists like Carlinhos Brown and Caetano Veloso, though their core sound remains rooted in that São Paulo street performance energy.
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