Arrigo Barnabé is a revered figure in the landscape of Brazilian avant-garde music, known for his experimental approach to composition and his integration of theater, cinema, and literature into his musical expressions. Born on September 14, 1951, in Londrina, Paraná, he shot to prominence in the early 1980s with the release of "Clara Crocodilo," an album that became a cornerstone of the Vanguarda Paulistana movement, challenging the norms of popular Brazilian music with its dissonant harmonies, complex arrangements, and narrative-driven songs.

His career has been marked by a quixotic blend of styles ranging from atonal music to jazz, rock, and even tango, all coherently stitched together with his distinctive, baritone voice. Barnabé's discography is a testament to his unyielding innovation, with works like "Sargaço Mar" and the original score for the film "Oriundi - True Love Is Timeless" showcasing his talent for crafting soundscapes that are at once haunting and evocative. His live performances, such as "De Nada Mais a Algo Além - Ao Vivo No Sesc Vila Mariana" and "Arrigo Barnabé & Paulo Braga, Ao Vivo em Porto," are celebrated for their electrifying energy and intimacy, encapsulating the raw emotion and intelligence that Barnabé infuses in each of his artistic endeavors. His contributions extend beyond music to acting and scoring for theater and cinema, cementing his reputation as a multifaceted and influential cultural icon in Brazil.

Genres

Brazilian Contemporary Classical

Psicodelia Brasileira

Latest Release

Arrigo Visita Itamar - Parte 1

Arrigo Barnabé

Single - Released June 7, 2024