Didá Banda Feminina

**Didá Banda Feminina** is a powerhouse all-women percussion collective rooted in Salvador, Bahia, celebrated for blending Afro-Brazilian rhythms with contemporary social themes. Founded in 1993 by musician Neguinho do Samba, the group emerged as both a musical force and a social project, empowering Black women through drumming and preserving traditions like samba-reggae, axé, and ijexá. Their name “Didá” nods to Yoruba heritage (meaning “power” or “kinship”), reflecting their mission to amplify Afro-Brazilian culture and feminist resilience.

Tracks like “Didá Mulher Guerreira” and “Roma Negra, Aroma Negro” showcase their signature fusion of thunderous percussion, soulful vocals, and lyrics tackling Black identity, ancestral pride, and gender equity. Beyond performances, Didá operates as a community hub, offering music education and mentorship to marginalized youth in Salvador. Their music isn’t just a sound—it’s a movement, channeling the heartbeat of Bahia’s streets into anthems of resistance and joy.