O Centenário formed in Portugal in 1996. Their music pulls from punk and metal, with lyrics that often touch on social and political themes. The 2003 album 'Acéfalos' drew particular attention for its graphic content, though the band's following kept growing through the early 2000s.
They've put out seven studio albums, starting with 'A Pele do Diabo' in 1998. Later records like 'Paraíso' and 'Aurora' showed more melodic and atmospheric turns, while 'Tempestade' arrived in 2022. Songs like 'Pentacampeão' and 'Cadeia Cerebral' are among their better-known tracks.
The lineup includes Pedro Paixão on vocals, Jorge Loura on lead guitar, Gonçalo Ferreira on rhythm guitar, Ricardo Afonso on bass, and Fernando Sousa on drums. They've maintained a consistent presence in Portuguese rock for over two decades, playing to audiences that respond to their direct, sometimes confrontational style.
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