Zeff Matieli is a band from a Quilombola village in the Amazon rainforest. They started making music in the early 2000s, with three siblings, Zefinha, Matieli, and Eliias, singing and playing guitar, percussion, and bass. Their song 'Quilarió' got attention online around 2015.
Their music draws from their community's traditions, with songs like 'Valdivino' and 'Benedito Party' reflecting that background. They've put out albums including 'Quilarió' in 2015, 'Marajó' in 2018, and 'Amazônia' in 2021.
Some of their work touches on topics like land rights and environmental concerns, connecting to their roots. They've played locally in churches and gatherings, keeping a focus on where they're from while their music reached listeners elsewhere.
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