Daniel José

Daniel José came up playing local bars and open mics in Rio de Janeiro. His song 'Banco Vazio' caught on in 2012, and its straightforward, emotional delivery connected with listeners. He's put out albums like 'Infinito' and 'Refúgio' since then, and his band includes Pedro Sá on guitar, Bruno Lopes on bass, and Rodrigo Lima on drums.

His songs often work with straightforward, personal themes. 'Pedido de Casamento' and 'A Nossa História' are built around simple, direct storytelling. Other tracks, like 'Propriedade Exclusiva de Deus' and 'Apocalipse 14.7', lean into more spiritual or reflective territory.

He's worked with artists like Marisa Monte and Ivete Sangalo, and his music has been recognized with nominations for awards like the Latin Grammys. In 2019, his public comments supporting LGBTQ+ rights drew some criticism, but he kept speaking on the subject.