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Not much is known about this band, but the PortugalMusic site managed to find out and gather from the songs in question that Fósseis Modernos (Modern Fossils) represent one of the most captivating and authentic voices in the new wave…

Seventeen years ago, on November 29, 2008, the CD and DVD ‘Ao Vivo no Pavilhão Atlântico’ (Live at Pavilhão Atlântico) was released in stores. It was the recording of a historic concert that brought 15,000 people to the country’s largest…

Just picture this: Luís Moutinho was a musician who played in dance bands for seventeen years! He reached the end of 1980 and said, “enough is enough,” tired of the music world. But since the passion never really dies, he…

Throughout the last decade, Kalaf and João ‘Branko’ Barbosa (also known as Lil’John or J-Wow) have emerged as crucial figures in opening new horizons for Portuguese music. Their impact extends far beyond the global phenomenon Buraka Som Sistema, which alone…

Although all its members originated from the city of Porto, the genesis of the Urbanature project actually has its roots in Coimbra, around 1996. It was there that Luís Madureira began, almost as a hobby, to dedicate himself to sonic…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved from being a science fiction concept to a transformative force across various sectors, and the world of music is no exception. Today, advanced algorithms are capable of composing melodies, harmonizing tracks, and even generating lyrics…

José Pedro Amaro dos Santos Reis, whom Portugal learned to love simply as Zé Pedro, was born in Lisbon in 1956, but his story is, from an early age, one of movement and a deep passion for freedom. His childhood…

Portuguese music is a living, pulsating organism in constant transformation. If there is one thing noticeable when looking at the 2025 landscape, it is audacity. We are witnessing a generation of creators who, with deep respect for our legacy, refuse…

The name “Meninos d’Avó”—which translates roughly to “Grandma’s Boys”—immediately transports us to a place of comfort, nostalgia, and genuine Portuguese character. This was the moniker chosen by the Portuguese group that, in the 1990s, brought the sounds and stories of…

Today, we’re diving into the Portuguese music scene to bring you some bands you simply have to know. These are tracks that will get stuck in your head, artists that will leave you wanting more, and infectious rhythms that will…

The story of the band Corrosão Social is a testament to the persistence and timelessness of the punk spirit in Portugal. It is not just another group playing a musical genre; it is the reawakening of a flame lit decades…

Iran Pereira da Costa, born in Porto Franco, Maranhão, Brazil, in 1965, is much more than the artist behind the massive hit “O Bicho” (The Beast). His trajectory is a story of perseverance, of a young communicator who traded the…

Kaganisso emerged in Alvalade, Lisbon, in 1990 and brought their short-lived journey to an end just four years later, in 1994. Their farewell came right after the release of their first and only album, Princípio do Fim, under Polygram. It…

Nuno Ribeiro is today a name that easily brings to mind great songs, catchy choruses, and crowds singing together in unison. He has become a constant presence on Portuguese radio and stages, winning more and more hearts with his talent…

Back in the 2000s and early 2010s, web radios were the thing. They weren’t just about music – they were about community. Lots of forums, fan groups, and small online communities had their own little stations. The coolest part? Anyone…

Redlizzard was born in Almada in 2008 and quickly established itself as one of the most consistent hard rock bands in Portugal. Their sound combines powerful riffs, catchy choruses and the attitude of classic rock, while keeping an eye on…

Trêsporcento are an indie rock band from Lisbon who, since 2009, have been carving out a place in the Portuguese music scene. With lyrics in Portuguese and a sound that blends melodic guitars with a modern approach, the group has…

João Só’s relationship with music began in his teenage years. At just fifteen, he was already forming bands and experimenting with songwriting. Although those first groups were short-lived, they provided the foundation for his artistic growth, nurturing his creative instincts…