Usina do Reggae formed in Salvador, Brazil in 2003 with vocalist Rubinho Jacobina. Their debut album 'Reggae de Raiz' came out in 2005, and they've kept at it with records like 2017's 'Paz e Amor.' The band's sound pulls from Jamaican reggae but works in a Brazilian feel, heard in songs like 'Deixe Estar' and 'A Mulher e o Lago.'
Their lyrics often touch on social issues, and they've been involved in community work. In 2016, they drew some criticism for appearing at a political rally, but they've generally stuck to their approach. The lineup has shifted over time, with Jacobina as the constant presence alongside members like Daniel Santana on bass and Peu Meurray on drums.
They tour regularly, and tracks like 'Acordar' and 'Canto Canto' show their mix of reggae grooves and straightforward songwriting. It's music that's found an audience in Brazil without much fuss.
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