OS Moycana formed in Salvador, Bahia in 1996, with José Renato as the frontman. They had a breakthrough in 1999 with their debut album 'Axé Retrô' and its single 'Melo do Beijinho,' which became a national hit. The band's sound drew from samba, axé, and MPB.
They released several albums including 'Semente do Samba' in 2001 and 'Bahia Pura' in 2006. Another notable song was 'Pense Em Mim.' Their music sometimes drew criticism for its lyrics, though they defended it as part of Brazilian culture.
OS Moycana collaborated with artists like Gilberto Gil and Daniela Mercury. The core lineup included Fábio Alcântara on guitar, Luciano Salvador on bass, and Ricardo Costa on drums alongside Renato.
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