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W21 was a Portuguese band formed by Tiago Bettencourt on vocals and guitar, Pedro Gonçalves on bass, and Nuno Norte on drums. They played a mix of rock, pop,...
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W21 was a Portuguese band formed by Tiago Bettencourt on vocals and guitar, Pedro Gonçalves on bass, and Nuno Norte on drums. They played a mix of rock, pop, and Portuguese folk, with songs like 'Amores de Pedra' and 'Distância' exploring themes of love and loss.
Their 2003 single 'Amores de Pedra' became a breakthrough hit in Portugal, a ballad that connected with listeners. It appeared on their 2005 album 'Nação Valente,' which also included tracks like 'Inconstância' and 'Princesa Das Ruas.' They followed with albums in 2007 and 2010.
The band faced some challenges, including a legal dispute over music rights in 2008 and criticism for their political views. Their music, particularly the straightforward emotional pull of songs like 'Amores de Pedra,' found a lasting audience in Portugal.
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