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Thelema
Thelema formed in São Paulo in 1992 around vocalist and guitarist Cristiano Mascaro, with bassist Alexandre Fontes and drummer Ricardo Fontes. Their music...
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Thelema formed in São Paulo in 1992 around vocalist and guitarist Cristiano Mascaro, with bassist Alexandre Fontes and drummer Ricardo Fontes. Their music didn't fit neatly into existing categories, pulling from gothic rock, industrial, and electronic textures. This made it hard for them to find a comfortable spot in Brazil's mainstream rock and pop landscape at the time.
Their 1997 song 'Avenida Paulista' became a defining track for the band, with its atmospheric sound and cryptic lyrics touching on urban isolation. They released several albums, including their self-titled debut in 1994, followed by 'Contra Natura' in 2000 and 'Oculto' in 2003. Other songs like 'Cidade dos Anjos' and 'Salém' continued in this vein, with lyrics that often explored occult and mystical themes.
This lyrical focus, combined with their reserved stage presence, led to some speculation and rumors about the band's interests. Their sound drew comparisons to groups like The Cure and Joy Division, built on layered instrumentation and a generally dark, textured atmosphere.
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