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Ogivas
Ogivas formed in Santos in 1989 with Walter Gadelha on vocals, Ricardo Felisbino on guitar, José Antônio Lima on bass, and Alexandre Bassora on drums. They...
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Ogivas formed in Santos in 1989 with Walter Gadelha on vocals, Ricardo Felisbino on guitar, José Antônio Lima on bass, and Alexandre Bassora on drums. They drew from punk's raw energy and the socially conscious approach of Brazilian Popular Music, creating rock that spoke directly to the issues around them.
Their 1996 song "Contra As Ondas" and later tracks like "Problemas Sociais" carried lyrics that criticized government actions, police violence, and social inequalities. This outspoken stance sometimes led to concert cancellations and threats from conservative groups, but the band kept using their platform to support social movements and protests.
Over several albums released between 1996 and 2008, their sound shifted from early punk rawness toward a more polished mix that incorporated funk and Brazilian rhythms alongside rock. They never lost the directness that connected with their audience.
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