Garotos da Capital
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Garotos da Capital

Garotos da Capital formed in São Paulo in 1994, playing a mix of hardcore, heavy metal, and punk. Their debut album 'Beira do Mar da Morte' came out in 1996,...

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Garotos da Capital, São Paulo's hardcore metal punks

A Brazilian band that mixed hardcore, metal, and punk starting in the mid-90s.

For a sense of their sound, 'Beira do Mar da Morte' and 'Tiranos' are good places to start. They give you the mix of hardcore and metal they were playing with.

They came out of São Paulo in 1994 with a sound that didn't fit neatly into one box. The title track from their 1996 debut 'Beira do Mar da Morte' turned into an anthem for a certain crowd. Songs like 'Tiranos' show the heavier, more aggressive side they were known for.

The band formed in 1994 and put out 'Beira do Mar da Morte' two years later. Original vocalist Edson Sacco left in 1999, but they kept releasing albums like 'Engenhocas do Diabo' and 'Fome de Sangue' with shifting lineups. Their music drew some criticism over the years, but they held onto a following in Brazil's rock scene.

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Garotos da Capital formed in São Paulo in 1994, playing a mix of hardcore, heavy metal, and punk. Their debut album 'Beira do Mar da Morte' came out in 1996, with the title track becoming something of an anthem. The band's original vocalist was Edson Sacco, who left in 1999 during a legal dispute with their record label.

They kept going with new members, releasing albums like 'Engenhocas do Diabo' in 1998 and 'Um Novo Horizonte' in 2000. Later records included 'Fome de Sangue' in 2002 and 'O Coração do Inferno' in 2004. Some of their songs, like 'Garotos da Capital' and 'Tiranos,' reflect the heavier side of their sound.

The lineup has shifted over time. At one point it included Marco Diaz on vocals, Denis 'Rock' Menezes on guitar, Paulo 'Hino' on bass, and Gabriel 'Dino' on drums. Their music sometimes drew criticism for its themes, but they maintained a following in Brazil's rock scene.

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