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Simentera
Simentera formed in the late 1990s in Cape Verde, with Dia C'tchuva Ben as their singer and guitarist. Their debut album, also called "Dia C'tchuva Ben," came...
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Simentera formed in the late 1990s in Cape Verde, with Dia C'tchuva Ben as their singer and guitarist. Their debut album, also called "Dia C'tchuva Ben," came out around 2000 and helped establish them. The band's sound draws from Cape Verdean traditions but doesn't stay fixed to one style.
They've released several albums over time, including "Liberdade" in 2005 and "Po Burguês" in 2009. Songs like "Dia C'tchuva Ben" and "Coraçon" show their blend of local rhythms with broader musical touches. The lineup has included Manuel "MaLunga" Andrade on bass, Luis "Tatchu" Tavares on drums, Miguel "Micá" Almeida on guitar, and Fernando "Betar" Tavares on keyboard.
Simentera has worked with other artists, including Cesária Évora. Their music often deals with everyday themes rather than grand statements, keeping a grounded feel even as they've played internationally. They put out a self-titled album in 2019.
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