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Marquinho Santana
Marquinho Santana grew up in Salvador, Bahia, where his father was a percussionist. That early exposure to rhythms like samba and ijexá shaped his musical...
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Marquinho Santana grew up in Salvador, Bahia, where his father was a percussionist. That early exposure to rhythms like samba and ijexá shaped his musical foundation. In 1983, he helped form the group Pura Semente, whose debut album 'Axé Bahia' found an audience.
Pura Semente's sound became associated with axé music, a vibrant style that drew from Afro-Brazilian traditions. Their song 'Pura Semente' reflects that blend. While some critics dismissed the genre as too commercial, the group kept working, folding in elements of reggae and funk over time.
They recorded several albums in the 1980s, including 'Pura Semente' in 1985 and 'O Ritmo da Bahia' in 1987. The music resonated particularly in Bahia, where it connected with local cultural pride.
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