“Opinião Pública” is considered Portugal’s first power pop band. Formed in Lisbon in July 1980, the band took advantage of the Portuguese rock boom in the early 1980s to popularize the power pop style in Portugal, with influences from new…
“Alex e os Putos do Bairro” was a Portuguese hip hop group that emerged in the 1990s and left a lasting mark on the Portuguese music scene. Formed in Amadora, a metropolitan area of Lisbon, the group was known for…
The “Hora Máxima” #69 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in August 2023. New music available for your delight! Link related to this show: As usual, don’t forget to download this…
The gramophone, a device that revolutionized the way people listened to music, had a significant impact in Portugal in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this article, we will explore the history of the gramophone in Portugal, from…
The band Bramassaji was formed in 1984 by Carlos Vieira (guitar), Pedro Gonçalves (guitar), Armando Coelho (bass), and Fernando Guedes (drums). The following year, Espírito Santo joined the group as vocalist, and they quickly won first place in the 1st…
An anthem of freedom for the post-2020 generation On April 25th – Portugal’s Freedom Day – Tsunamiz, the alter ego of Bruno Sobral, releases “Free and Young“, an explosive single that blends electronic beats, alternative rock energy, and sharp social…
The “Hora Máxima” #68 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in July 2023. Link related to this show: As usual, don’t forget to download this podcast to your radio station! 😉…
Rapaz Ego has unveiled “Tão Perto”, the first single from his upcoming album “Fazer as Pazes”, set to release in November 2025. The song is now available on all platforms. “Tão Perto” marks a bold new chapter in Rapaz Ego’s…
Fluxus was a Portuguese hard rock band that emerged in the 80s with a characteristic sound of the time. The band consisted of Armando on bass, Joaquim José on rhythm guitar, José António on lead guitar, Pratas on organ, piano,…
Luís Varatojo began his music career in 1986, founding the rock band Peste & Sida, which stood out in the Portuguese music scene in the late 1980s. With energetic music and direct messages, the band achieved significant notoriety, both in…
The “Hora Máxima” #67 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in June 2023. Link related to this show: As usual, don’t forget to download this podcast to your radio station! 😉…
Linha da Frente was a Portuguese music project that started in 1999, bringing together 14 musicians from various musical backgrounds to experiment and create music. The project was born as a way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Carnation…
The Alucina Eugénio were a band that stood out for their relaxed and eclectic approach to music. Composed of Mário Sousa and Kim Coutinho, the band released an EP in 1993 that reflected their irreverent and experimental personality. “Mushrooms” is…
Hailing partly from Cascais and Lisbon, the Duque Província find their place in the Portuguese music scene through original songwriting. With a fresh approach to indie-pop-rock sounds, the four young musicians have been accumulating listeners who praise the band’s versatility…
The “Hora Máxima” #66 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in May 2023. Link related to this show: As usual, don’t forget to download this podcast to your radio station! 😉…
Marçal dos Campos, whose real name is João Marçal, adopted this artistic pseudonym to create a distinct identity for his musical project. A graduate in painting and with an established career in the Porto art scene, Marçal also ventured into…
Plagiarism is the unauthorized use of someone else’s ideas, words, images, or works, presenting them as one’s own. This can occur in various areas, such as literature, music, art, and the internet. Types of Plagiarism Consequences of Plagiarism Prevention of…
