Cinemuerte are an alternative rock band from Portugal formed in 2002. They have performed alongside bands such as HIM, My Chemical Romance, and Paradise Lost, and have appeared at major festivals including Super Bock Super Rock and Festival Vilar de…
Originating from Porto, Portugal, :PAPERCUTZ (often stylized as :papercutz) has carved a unique niche in the electronic music scene. What began as a side project eventually evolved into a fully realized musical act in 2008. The Visionary Behind the Sound…
Joydan’s EP “Time is a Hustle” marks the end of studio silence. An Audacious Development That Demonstrates His Here to Stay. Portuguese artist Joydan (Pedro Almeida) returns to the studio with his highly anticipated EP Time is a Hustle, ending…
If you follow Portuguese music and television, you have certainly come across the talent of David Antunes. More than just a musician, David is the face of a project that blends family and passion: The Midnight Band. From the UK…
DAPUNKSPORTIF are a Portuguese rock band formed in late 2004. Despite their diverse musical influences, the band is best defined by their visceral rock sound. Their debut demo, “Overdrive,” quickly garnered critical acclaim, leading the band to participate in various…
Os Diamantes Negros is a Portuguese musical ensemble founded in Sintra in 1964. The group was honored with the Silver Medal of Merit by the Sintra City Council for its cultural contributions. History and Trajectory Original Formation (1964) Comeback Formation…
Birds Are Indie are one of the most cherished secrets of Coimbra’s vibrant music scene. Formed in 2010 by Joana Corker and Ricardo Jerónimo, the project evolved into a trio shortly after with the addition of Henrique Toscano. Their sound…
Talking about Anselmo Ralph is diving into the history of one of the greatest ambassadors of Angolan music in the world, an artist who transformed romanticism into a universal language. Born Anselmo Ralf Andrade Cordeiro in Luanda during the early…
Artistic Roots in France The story of Mickael Carreira begins far from the Portuguese stages, in the town of Dourdan, on the outskirts of Paris. Growing up within an immigrant family that was deeply connected to the arts shaped his…
Born and raised in Lisbon, Nena has carried music within her since childhood. Although she wrote her very first song at the age of 12, life initially took her in different directions. It wasn’t until 2019, encouraged by the musician…
Rádio Alcobaça is a Portuguese radio station that broadcasts exclusively online, serving the Alcobaça region and its surrounding areas. Although it does not have traditional FM or AM broadcasting, the station has established itself as an important voice in the…
António Victorino Goulartt de Medeiros e Almeida, born in Lisbon on May 21, 1940, is one of the most vibrant and complete personalities on the Portuguese cultural scene, combining the roles of composer, conductor, pianist, and writer. His artistic journey…
It is with immense pride that we celebrate the fourth anniversary of PortugalMusic. What began as a small passion for our local sound has transformed, over these past four years, into a vibrant space for discovery and sharing. Reaching 2026…
Maria de Lourdes Resende was much more than a voice; she was the personification of a golden era of radio and music in Portugal. Born in Barreiro in 1927, she demonstrated from an early age that her destiny was written…
✨ Get Ready for the Best New Year’s Eve Ever! ✨ The countdown has officially begun! We’re here to make sure the soundtrack for your transition from 2025 to 2026 is nothing short of legendary! 🥂🎉 Today, we’re bringing you…
The history of Irmãos Verdades is deeply rooted in Luanda, where the group took its first steps back in the 1980s. A major turning point came in 1986 when the collective of fourteen young artists was invited to join the…
Following the strong impact of their single LinkedIn, Duque Província present “sado-saudosismo,” the second glimpse into their upcoming new album. Written by the band and produced by Twins, the track reveals itself as an intense indie-pop song, defined by the…
The history of Portuguese music holds chapters of rare delicacy, and few were as profound as the journey of Francisco Ribeiro. Born in the spring of 1965, he was just a 21-year-old young man when he helped found Madredeus. It…
Hailing from Lisbon, Facção Opposta brings together João on vocals, Vagner on guitar, Rattus on bass, and the Brazilian drummer Robson. More than just an Oi! band, the quartet embodies the essence of Portuguese skinhead culture, forging a sound that…
Carlos Bica is not just a double bass player; he is one of the most respected Portuguese composers on the international stage, regularly collaborating with the world’s musical elite. Although his “safe harbor” is the acclaimed Trio Azul, where he…
It all began in 1989, somewhere between the bustle of Lisbon and the creative spirit of Caldas da Rainha, when João Paulo Feliciano decided to bring Tina and the Top Ten to life. With a healthy dose of irony, they…
We finally enter December and with it comes everything this season has to offer. This year we will present new and old songs that bring a little sound and joy to your Christmas. Come with us and listen some of…
Hailing from Linda-a-Velha and emerging in the 1980s with an initial post-punk edge, Astronauta Desaparecido was originally formed by Fred, António Dias, and Carlos Raimundo. The members themselves viewed the group as a sort of escapist side project, leading to…
The history of Alien Squad dates back to the late 1980s in Leiria, when a group of friends decided to join forces to create noise and meaning. Originally, the collective went by the name Alien Spider Webs, a clear nod…
Maria Fernanda Pereira de Sousa, whom the world would come to know and love as Ágata, was born in Lisbon into an environment where music was not just a hobby, but a destiny. From an early age, her voice revealed…
Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of Karetus, the Portuguese electronic music duo that is redefining bass music with an unmistakable Lusitanian touch. Formed in 2010 by Carlos Silva and André Reis, this duo quickly stood out for…
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…
Independent artist Tsunamiz (Bruno Sobral) announces the release of his eighth studio album, Love Is Never Enough. This new body of work is a raw and honest exploration of contemporary disillusionment, deep frustration, and the pervasive feeling of social isolation.…
