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Quarteto Novo
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Quarteto Novo only released one album, yet they number amongst one of the more influential acts in Brazilian music. Originally set up as a … read moreQuarteto Novo only released one album, yet they number amongst one of the more influential acts in Brazilian music. Originally set up as a trio by a pharmaceutical company who wanted a live band at an event, they were then picked up by Geraldo Vandré (who was, at that time in 1966, the winner of … read more -
Edu Lobo
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João Donato
259,623 listeners
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Moacir Santos
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Brazilian composer and arranger (1926-2006), regarded as one of the most influential people in modern Brazilian music. Santos was also a te… read moreBrazilian composer and arranger (1926-2006), regarded as one of the most influential people in modern Brazilian music. Santos was also a teacher, among his students: Bola Sete, Baden Powell and Dori Caymmi. View wikiBrazilian composer and arranger (1926-2006), regarded as one of the most influential people in modern Brazilian music. Santos was also a teacher, among his students: Bola Sete, Baden Powell and Dori Caymmi. View wiki -
Jards Macalé
116,435 listeners
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Baden Powell
321,920 listeners
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Tom Zé
288,778 listeners
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Som Imaginário
20,619 listeners
Som Imaginário ("Imaginary Sound") was a Brazilian progressive rock band active in early 70's. Among the musicians that play… read moreSom Imaginário ("Imaginary Sound") was a Brazilian progressive rock band active in early 70's. Among the musicians that played in this band throughout the several line-up changes are Frederyko (or Fredera), Wagner Tiso, Zé… read moreSom Imaginário ("Imaginary Sound") was a Brazilian progressive rock band active in early 70's. Among the musicians that played in this band throughout the several line-up changes are Frederyko (or Fredera), Wagner Tiso, Zé Rodrix and others. They first appeared in a concert with Mi… read more