Zaca formed in São Paulo in 1987 with Ricardo Costa on vocals, Paulo Lourenço on guitar, Paulo Ferreira on bass, and Mário Cunha on drums. They started out playing small bars and local festivals before their 1992 album 'Bonde do Sem Milindriz' gave them a national hit with the title track.
That song became something of an anthem in Brazil, with its mix of rock, funk, and Brazilian folk elements. The band released three more studio albums through the 1990s: 'Zaca' in 1990, 'Pau com Mil' in 1995, and 'Pão com Ovo' in 1997.
While the existing history mentions some controversies and legal issues around 2002, the core lineup stayed together through their active years. Their music, particularly 'Bonde do Sem Milindriz,' maintained a following for its humorous take on everyday life and its energetic blend of styles.
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