A Rio de Janeiro band blending indigenous sounds, samba, and maracatu since 1996.
For a good sense of their sound, try 'Ar Mais Puro' or 'Manaus Cidade Grande, Costume De Interior Pequeno.' They're both solid examples of that blend they do.
Cabocrioulo's music pulls from indigenous rhythms and traditional Brazilian genres like samba and maracatu, sometimes with rock or electronic touches. Their song 'Ar Mais Puro' became widely known after appearing on their 2000 album 'A Pelada.' Some critics have questioned their approach to indigenous traditions, though the band has said they aim to connect those cultures with broader audiences.
They formed in Rio de Janeiro in 1996 and have put out six studio albums, from 'Tributo a Luiz Gonzaga' in 1998 to 'Bota Bota' in 2020. Their lineup has included Rômulo Fróes on vocals and guitar, Marcelo Mira also on vocals and guitar, Luizinho Duarte on bass, Claudio Nucci on drums, and Mauricio Badé on percussion.
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