Feijão Com Arroz

Feijão Com Arroz formed in Rio de Janeiro around Maurício Pereira and Rodrigo Maranhão. Their music pulled from samba, funk, and reggae, which gave their songs a particular bounce and texture. The track 'Back To 99' became a hit for them, its nostalgic feel connecting with listeners and helping define their early sound.

Their lyrics often touched on social and political themes, which sometimes drew criticism. They kept making music through the 2000s, releasing albums like 'Deixa Rolar' and 'O Mundo É Nosso'. Songs like 'A História do Herói Infeliz' and 'Diante de nós' show their range, from storytelling to more reflective moments.

The band's lineup included Bruno Melo on drums, Juba on guitar, and DJ Nezinho on turntables alongside Pereira and Maranhão. They put out records steadily into the 2010s, including 'Sete Mares' in 2011. Their work has a straightforward, grounded quality that avoids overproduction, letting the rhythms and words speak for themselves.