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…
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.…
Based between Vila Nova de Famalicão and Braga, Alison Bentley consists of Jota Pia (vocals), Nuñes (vocals), Quintela (guitar), Mário (guitar), Zé (aka Falecido Barbosa, bass), and Poupa (drums). Together, they practice an interesting and energetic old-school ’77 punk rock.…
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…
The Portuguese music scene witnessed the emergence of a band with a strong name and a distinct sound in 1987: General Inverno. Hailing from Ermesinde, this project was born with a very specific and ambitious goal in mind: to shine…
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…
The artist Jorgini Narsa presents his latest work, the self-titled EP “Jorgini Narsa”, released with the symbolism of November 11th, 2025, at 11:11 a.m. The new project features six original tracks, taking listeners on a sonic journey through experimentation, introspection,…
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…
“Shame on the government — they never keep their promises /I worked my ass off for years — can’t even afford my own grave.” On November 7, Tsunamiz (the alter ego of Bruno Sobral) releases “We’ll Stand Forever”, the fourth…
The multifaceted artist, Bruno Celta, returns with another expression of his boundless creativity. After establishing himself as a singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, the musician now also takes on the artistic and cinematographic direction for the launch of his latest video-single,…
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…
