A late-1990s Brazilian band that blended rock, pop, and reggae before dissolving after their singer's death.
For a quick sense of their sound, try 'Sorriso Contagiante' or 'Sayonara Wa Iwanai.' Both have that light, melodic feel they did well.
They were one of the more interesting Brazilian rock acts of their era, mixing straightforward rock with reggae touches and pop hooks. Songs like 'Sorriso Contagiante' show their knack for catchy, upbeat material, while their name and some song titles nod to Japanese pop culture. They had a solid run in Brazil before things ended abruptly.
They formed in the late 1990s with Renato Russo on vocals, Marcelo Bonfá on drums, Dado Villa-Lobos on guitar, and Mauro Santa Cecília on bass. They put out albums like 'Yu Yu Hakusho' in 1992, 'Sem Vergonha' in 1994, and 'Último Dia' in 1996. The band dissolved after Russo died in 1996.
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