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Zé Bento e Tocera
Zé Bento e Tocera came together in Portugal's Alentejo region, where founder Zé Bento played the viola campaniça and gathered other musicians interested in...
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Zé Bento e Tocera came together in Portugal's Alentejo region, where founder Zé Bento played the viola campaniça and gathered other musicians interested in local traditions. Their 1998 song 'A Galinha do Arceu' caught on with its catchy melody and witty lyrics, giving the band national attention.
They've put out several albums since then, including 'Chão Batido' in 2002 and 'Cantus Alentejanos' in 2005. Another track, 'Sonho de Artista,' appears among their better-known songs. The group has performed at festivals in Portugal and elsewhere, with a lineup that has included João Paulo on accordion and Ricardo Parreira on bass.
Their music draws from Alentejo's folk rhythms and harmonies, often celebrating rural life. While some critics questioned how they handled tradition, they kept playing and recording, releasing 'O Que Deu Gosto Deu' in 2010 and 'De Volta à Estrada' in 2015.
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