Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 120
Welcome to Hora Máxima No. 120, a curated sonic journey hosted by Carlos De Castilho. In this episode, we explore the best of Portuguese music, from the irreverence of Lena…
Portugal Music
Hi! My name is Carlos De Castilho and I'm a Portuguese music lover.
I created this website to provide more knowledge about Portuguese music around the World and give people a chance to listen to our music, meet our artists, enjoy the songs, and learn more about our musical culture.
Feel free to discover more and listen to our music!
Read MoreHora Máxima Radio Show Nº 120
DJ Luís Leite
To talk about Luís Leite is, inevitably, to open a history book on the genesis of clubbing culture in Portugal—a narrative that merges with the heartbeat of Lisbon’s nightlife in…
Cláudia Nayara: The Rise and Consolidation of a Voice in Portuguese Popular Music
In the Portuguese artistic landscape, few figures have managed to merge media presence with a constantly evolving musical career as intrinsically as Cláudia Nayara. With a sound that navigates between…
Coty Cream: A Journey Between the Tagus and the Cosmos (The Psychedelic Awakening)
In the vibrant landscape of Portuguese independent music, projects occasionally emerge that seem to defy the linearity of time. Coty Cream is one of those rare cases. The band, which…
Caffeine
In the heart of Figueira da Foz, during the mid-1990s, one of the most unique and melancholy soundscapes of Portuguese alternative rock began to take shape. Caffeine were not just…
MJ Pérez releases “BINGO!”: humor, merengue, and social critique in a new music video in Portuguese
MJ Pérez transforms precariousness into merengue in the new music video “BINGO!” A song in Portuguese that blends humor and frustration to speak about class, precariousness, and survival. MJ Pérez…
Joana Almeirante: The Virtuoso Guitarist Redefining Portuguese Pop
Joana Almeirante (often referred to as Almirante) is currently one of the most complete and authentic figures on the Portuguese musical landscape. Born in Paços de Ferreira and based in…
New Single from Dingobandingo: “Bumerangue”
Dingobandingo are a Portuguese indie rock trio from Porto, formed in late 2025. The project was born from the desire of three friends to create songs inspired by daily life…
World Voice Day (April 16)
World Voice Day, celebrated on April 16, is a significant date that aims to promote awareness about the importance of the voice and vocal health. This date was established by…
Eliseu Silva – Violinist & Orchestral Conductor
Born in Porto, Eliseu Antunes Pereira Gomes da Silva holds a Doctorate with distinction and is a Specialist in Music. He is a conductor and violinist with an international career,…
Joaquim Costa
One morning, while entering Parque Mayer, where he stopped regularly, he heard “something strange.” It was a different sound coming from a jukebox placed in a small booth that time…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 116
Check out our latest musical selection, featuring a vibrant blend of contemporary pop and classic Portuguese rock. From exclusive mashups to rising talents in the indie scene, this program offers…
Portuguese band ‘Cristovon Colombia’ makes it to the “Got Talent” final
In the semifinal, which took place last Saturday, they performed their original song “Chave” (Key), winning over both the audience and the judges. They started playing at the end of…
What is actually… Glam Metal?
Glam Metal (also known as Hair Metal or Pop Metal) was one of the most dominant rock subgenres of the 1980s. It fused the aggression of Heavy Metal with the…
Luis Madureira
This Porto-based group first came together through the creative synergy of Lourenço Rocchi on vocals, Miguel Pais on drums, Rui Martins Pereira on bass, and Miguel Assis on guitar. From…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 114
This radio show is a cool mix of Portuguese rock and pop, blending classics like Xutos and António Variações with newer, alternative names. You get a bit of everything, desde…
World Piano Day
88 Keys and Infinite Emotions: Why Do We Celebrate World Piano Day? Have you ever wondered why World Piano Day is celebrated on the 88th day of the year? The…
Tarantula: Writing the History of Portuguese Heavy Metal
If there is one name that is synonymous with the very soul of Portuguese metal, that name is Tarantula. With four decades on the road, this band from Valadares (Vila…
Ervas Daninhas
Born in 2001 in Pinhal Novo as direct descendants of Black Bombay, Ervas Daninhas emerged as a project fueled by the collective history of its founders. The original lineup featured…
Coldfinger
Back in 1998, the Portuguese music scene witnessed the birth of something truly unique when Miguel Cardona and Margarida Pinto introduced their project, Coldfinger, to the world. Fresh off his…
New Single from Dingobandingo: “Falso Alarme”
Dingobandingo are an indie rock trio from Porto, formed in late 2025 by long-time friends. The project was born from this deep-rooted connection, embracing music as a space for honest,…
European Day of Early Music – The Renaissance of Sound
Every year on March 21st, Europe enters a sonic time capsule. While the Northern Hemisphere celebrates the spring equinox, the world of arts celebrates the European Day of Early Music.…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 113 – Silence4 & Fernando Tordo
On this show I’m going to tell a bit and play some songs of this amazing and iconic portuguese bands. You can read in more detail about them in this…
Tusa Lusa
Hailing from Arganil, deep in the Portuguese countryside, Tusa Lusa were a curious project that emerged in the early 90s. In 1992, they even released a single titled “Nem à…
