xEscurox

xEscurox came out of São Paulo with a raw, aggressive sound that found an audience in Brazil's underground rock scene. Their debut album 'Sombra' established them with a cult following, and they later had a nationwide hit with the single 'Controle' from their sophomore album 'Escuridão.'

Their songs like 'Nós Somos o Subterraneo' and 'Desespero' often dealt with social and political themes, which drew both admiration and criticism at the time. The band's lineup included João Pedro on vocals, Gabriel Santos on guitar, Rafael Silva on bass, and Pedro Oliveira on drums.

Over time, their sound incorporated elements of alternative rock and grunge while keeping that foundational intensity. They worked with artists like rapper Emicida and experimental musician Ruído, but their core identity remained rooted in that direct, unpolished approach to Brazilian rock.