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Journeyman singer, songwriter, poet, and multi-instrumentalist Rodrigo Amarante 1st became referred to as an associate of popular Brazilian rock and roll group Los Hermanos. A indigenous of Rio de Janeiro, Amarante became a member of the music group shortly prior to the launch of their 1999 debut recording, which vaulted …

A long time before his 30th birthday, Brazilian wunderkind Lucas Santtana had absorbed even more music than most experts would encounter within their lifetimes, having traveled all over the world with the largest titles in Brazilian Tropicalia. The pure volume of affects, including Afro-Brazilian rhythms, Motown funk, Brazilian metallic (? …

Self-termed “digital folk” duo Lulacruza includes Colombian Alejandra Ortiz (vocals, cuatro, percussion) and Argentinian Luis Marette (consumer electronics, charango, percussion). Both often blend their organic instrumentation with digital levels and beats — a fusion that leads to a tranquil, hypnotic sound. Although they foundation themselves out of Buenos Aires, they …