A Brazilian group whose music draws from the wetlands landscape and rhythms of their home region.
For their regional essence, start with "Raio e Trovão." Their environmental concern comes through clearly in "Pantanal em Chamas."
Their name translates to Sacred Heart of the Earth, and that's exactly what their music channels - the specific sounds and concerns of Brazil's Pantanal wetlands. Songs like "Raio e Trovão" and "Corpo Veleiro" carry that regional feeling, while "Pantanal em Chamas" directly addressed the area's wildfires in 2018. They've never chased commercial recognition, instead maintaining a steady focus on their home's culture and environment.
The group formed in 1993 around brothers Henrique and Daniel Dornelles, with Henrique on vocals and guitar and Daniel on accordion. They've released several albums since their self-titled debut, blending Brazilian folk rhythms with contemporary arrangements. The lineup includes percussionist Jonas Alves, bassist Vitor Ramil, and pianist Gabriel Levy.
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