Xupakabras

Xupakabras formed in Piracicaba around 2000, with Xico Sá on vocals, Kiko Zambianchi on guitar, Fernando Anitelli on bass, and Serginho Groisman on drums. Their music mixed forró rhythms with punk and electronic elements, creating a sound that was both rooted in tradition and deliberately rough around the edges.

The song 'Ninguém Vai Comer A Minha Filha' became particularly notorious, drawing protests from conservative listeners who accused the band of misogyny, though the track was intended as satire about the objectification of women. Other songs like 'A Farsa' and 'Bestialidade Personificada' continued this confrontational approach.

They released albums including 'Xupakabras' in 2002, 'Forró Pra Cima' in 2004, and 'Democracia Suja' in 2006. The band faced censorship and legal challenges over their work, but maintained a dedicated following who appreciated their unpolished take on Brazilian culture and politics.

Their recordings have a raw, live feel that captures the energy of their performances. Tracks like 'Canção de Baile' and 'Copa Y Pelea' show how they could make traditional rhythms feel urgent and contemporary without smoothing out the edges.