ZUBUMAFU formed in Brazil around 2015, built around vocalist and guitarist Pedro Bonifácio and drummer Danilo Andrade. Their sound pulled from rock, electronica, and Brazilian rhythms, which made them hard to pin down. They released three albums: a self-titled debut in 2016, followed by 'Euphoria' in 2018 and 'Desatino' in 2021.
In 2017, their single 'Novo Hype' drew criticism for its lyrics, with some accusing the band of promoting violence and misogyny. They defended the work as a reflection of social complexity. The lineup shifted over time, with musicians like bassist Luiza Vasconcellos, keyboardist Marcelo Prado, and saxophonist Thiago França coming and going while Bonifácio and Andrade stayed at the center.
Internal tensions grew, and ZUBUMAFU broke up in 2022. Their catalog, including songs like 'Várias Notas', remains a scattered, provocative piece of recent Brazilian music.
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