Ervêncio formed in Lisbon in 2015, with Pedro Luís on accordion and vocals, João Valente on drums, and Rodrigo Lima on bass. Their music pulls from traditional Portuguese melodies and rhythms, often built around the accordion and a marching pulse. They released their debut album, also called 'Marcha Exércitos,' in 2017.
Songs like 'Marcha Exércitos' and 'Parceria' show their style, which mixes folk tunes with a contemporary, driving energy. They followed that first album with 'Caminhos do Oriente' in 2019 and 'Danças do Mundo' in 2021. Their sound has drawn some debate from listeners who question how it fits with more traditional forms.
Their recordings include tracks such as 'Vai Nessa Tua Força,' 'Quando Jesus Para,' and 'Deus Cuida de Nós.' The group's live shows are known for being high-energy, built around that core trio of instruments.
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