Balbúrdia
Founded in Soure in May 1996, Balbúrdia emerged as one of the most energetic proposals in the national rock scene of the time. The original line-up featured Nuno Abreu (vocals),…
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Tó Trips
Born in 1966, Tó Trips, guitarist of Dead Combo, has built a singular path in Portuguese music. Before the duo that brought him wider recognition, he played in bands such…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 85
The “Hora Máxima” #85 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in December 2024. New music available for your delight! 😊🎧 Link related…
Fumo Ninja: The Lisbon Collective Redefining Portuguese Pop
Formed in Lisbon, Fumo Ninja is a musical collective that quickly stood out for its creative and experimental approach to pop music. The current lineup consists of Leonor Arnaut (vocals),…
Rua do Gin: The Braga Band that Thrived in the Creative Chaos of the 80s and 90s
In 1986, in the streets of Braga, Rua do Gin emerged, born from embryonic projects like Pandemónio, which themselves had roots scattered in various musical directions. More than a stable…
Um Zero Amarelo
Um Zero Amarelo were born in Braga, in 1992, almost unintentionally. They were three friends who came together to play a handful of cover songs that had marked them, both…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 84
The “Hora Máxima” #84 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in November 2024. New music available for your delight! 😊🎧 Link related…
Pedro Ayres Magalhães: From Punk Vanguard to Portugal’s Cultural Legacy
Pedro Aires Ferreira de Almeida Gonçalves Magalhães, widely known as Pedro Ayres Magalhães (Lisbon, July 31, 1959), is one of the most influential figures in contemporary Portuguese music. As a…
Tantra
Tantra began their activity in 1976, when Manuel Cardoso and Armando Gama joined forces to form a duo. Manuel Cardoso (guitarist) had previously been part of another well-known group at…
Viviane
Viviane was born in Nice, France, but moved to Portugal at the age of 13. She began her musical career in 1990, forming the band Entre Aspas with Tó Viegas.…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 83
Welcome to the weekly program Hora Máxima. My names is Carlos De Castilho and I’m a radio host. My passion is giving a voice to Portuguese music. In my radio…
Ramón Galarza
Ramón Galarza (Lisbon, November 1, 1957) is a renowned Portuguese musician, producer, and entrepreneur. He is the son of Shegundo Galarza, a Basque maestro who settled in Portugal. He began…
The Heavy Years of Rock & Heavy Metal in Portugal
The national metal movement wasn’t always as prolific as it is today. In the late 1970s, few people knew the meaning of the term “Heavy Metal”. There were hardly any…
Pedro Paulo Gonçalves
During the 1970s, Pedro Paulo Gonçalves’s musical journey took a significant turn. After returning from Canada, where his parents lived, he joined the bands Faíscas and Corpo Diplomático, alongside his…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 82
The “Hora Máxima” #82 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in Septembert 2024. New music available for your delight! Link related to…
Anamar
Ana Maria Alfacinha de Brito Monteiro was born in Lisbon and made her stage debut at the age of 17. While studying at the National Conservatory’s Theatre School, she set…
Flak
Flak, the stage name of João Pires de Campos (born in Lisbon, October 18, 1961), is a musician, composer, producer, and co-founder of bands such as Rádio Macau and Micro…
Unobliterated – Light Years Apart
Unobliterated is the musical brainchild of Gary Taylor – a UK-born musician / producer, making music out of Portugal / UK; Unobliterated proudly presents edgy Alternative / Alt-Rock / Alt-Pop…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 81
The “Hora Máxima” #81 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in August 2024. New music available for your delight! Link related to…
Tsunamiz releases “Slide”: a dark and liberating anthem in a raw and melodic synth-pop mode
“I just hang here and slide / Just slide” Following the impact of “Free and Young”, which made it onto Antena 3’s playlist, Tsunamiz returns with “Slide”, the third single…
It was like that in 80s
After a long period which, depending on different perspectives, could be seen as one of semi-lethargy or deep sleep, Portuguese rock (whatever that may be) was officially granted existence in…
Midus
Midus was born in Lisbon but soon moved to Moita do Ribatejo, where he began his career as a bassist and vocalist in several local bands. Later, he formed Rock…
Hora Máxima Radio Show – A “arte” de fazer má música… em Portugal
This show “Hora Máxima” will feature The “art” of making bad music in Portugal! Link related to this show: usual, don’t forget to download this podcast to your radio…
Megahertz
A group from Cantanhede that took part in the “Só Rock” Festival, held in Coimbra in 1981. The band was made up of Idalécio Oliveira (keyboards, vocals), João Lopes (guitar,…
Nuno Prata
Nuno Prata was born in 1975 and began his musical career in the 90s as a member of the band Suares dos Reis, alongside Manel Cruz, Peixe, and Kinorm, who…
In Loco
Formed in Lisbon in 1987, In Loco emerged as a pop rock project featuring José Fernando (vocals), Fernando Guiomar (guitar), Maria João (keyboards), Padi (bass), and Alfredo Brito (drums). The…
Hora Máxima Radio Show Nº 80
The “Hora Máxima” #80 program will feature bands and musicians that were published on the “Portugal Music” website in July 2024. New music available for your delight! Link related to…
Fernando Farinha
Fernando Tavares Farinha (born December 20, 1928, in Barreiro – died February 12, 1988, in Lisbon) was one of the most iconic voices of traditional Portuguese fado. Widely known as…
