Academia da Berlinda is an eclectic Brazilian band whose musical tapestry interweaves an array of rhythms and styles, including cumbia, salsa, samba, and funk. Formed in the mid-2000s in Olinda, a historic city in the Brazilian state of Pernambuco known for its vibrant cultural scene, the band emerged as a collective of musicians seeking to explore and reinvigorate the rich musical traditions of Latin America and the Caribbean, with a particular focus on merging these with contemporary Brazilian sounds.

Their eponymous debut album, "Academia da Berlinda," released in 2007, set the stage for their innovative sound, garnering significant acclaim within the music community for its daring fusion and rhythmic diversity. Following their impactful entrance onto the musical scene, they have continued to charm audiences with releases such as "Olindance" and "Nada Sem Ela," which showcase the band's commitment to vibrant beats and a carnival-esque atmosphere. "Descompondo o Silêncio," their 2020 single, and "Bandoleiro," keep with the band's tradition of delivering infectious grooves, emphasizing their role in the contemporary Brazilian music landscape as cultivators of dance-inducing, soul-stirring tunes.

Genres

Brazilian Indie

Manguebeat

Nova Musica Pernambucana

Related Artists

Seu Jorge

Gal Costa

Otto

Nação Zumbi

Mundo Livre S/A

Siba

Djavan

Caetano Veloso

Antônio Carlos Jobim

Gilberto Gil

Jorge Ben Jor

Milton Nascimento

Latest Release

Bandoleiro

Academia da Berlinda

Single - Released February 9, 2023