Estado das Coisas

Estado das Coisas formed in Salvador, Bahia in 2009, with founding members Fábio Sampaio, Bruno Wanderley, and Victor de Castro. Their music pulls from reggae, samba, and pop, a mix that caught on locally before spreading further. They put out their self-titled debut album in 2011, followed by records like 'Samba de Guerrilha' in 2013 and 'No Fio da Navalha' in 2015.

Songs like 'Música Boa' and 'O Outro Lado Do Lado' became staples for the group, known for their rhythmic drive and direct lyrics. The band's writing sometimes touched on social and political themes, which resonated with listeners but also drew occasional pushback. They kept recording through the decade, releasing 'Nação Afrontosa' in 2017 and 'O Futuro é Agora' in 2019.

The lineup grew to include Rodrigo Lima on guitar and André Carvalho on percussion alongside the founders. Their sound stayed rooted in Bahian rhythms while reaching for a broader Brazilian audience. They haven't chased a polished studio sheen, preferring a live, grounded feel that comes through on tracks like 'A Missa Do Galo Cinza' and 'Colorada'.