Axe

Axe music is a vibrant genre originating from Brazil in the 1980s, characterized by its upbeat rhythm, energetic percussion, and Afro-Brazilian influences. It typically features a mix of traditional Brazilian instrumentation, such as drums and percussion, with modern electronic elements and catchy hooks. Emerging in the northeastern region of Brazil, axe music was heavily influenced by African and indigenous rhythms, as well as American funk and soul. The genre gained widespread popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s, becoming a staple of Brazilian Carnival celebrations and party culture. Axe music's cultural significance lies in its ability to blend traditional and modern styles, creating a unique sound that reflects the diversity and energy of Brazilian culture. With its infectious beats and lively melodies, axe music has also influenced other genres, such as samba and forró, and continues to be a driving force in contemporary Brazilian music.

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Samantha & Adrian
Album - 9 Tracks - Released July 25, 2025

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Alabê Arian
Aldeia de Caboclos
Alexandre Pires
Ana Costa
André Oliveira
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Banda Karranga
Batucada Tamarindo
Bonde do Tigrão
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Bruno Diegues
Bruno Magnata
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Charles New
Chiclete Ferreira
Chiquinho CH
Cida Airam
Cleber Augusto
Da Ponte Pra Cá
Delcio Luiz
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Duddu Souto
Dênis Braga
Fabiana Pimentinha
Felipe Abrantes
Filipe Escandurras
Forró Hits
Grupo Sambalada
Guga Meyra
Henry Freitas
Hill Do Piseiro
Igor Kannário
Ikaro Ogãn OFC
Israel Lucero
Jadson Moreno
Jaques Morelenbaum
Jeninho
Juliana D Passos
Juliette
Karina Buhr
Kart Love
Kempa
Kiko Chicabana
La Furia
Lambasaia
Lazzo Matumbi
Leandro Santos
Limão Com Mel
Litto Lins
Lourena
Lukkas
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Léo Santana
MC Leozinho
Marcelo Varanda
Maria Bethânia
Mateus Aleluia
Mestre Maxuel
Mestre Poncianinho
Michele Andrade
Mingo Silva
Natanzinho Lima
Negra Japa
ORIXÁS
Oh Polêmico
Os Garotin
Pagod'art
Pagode do Adame
Pagode do Segredo
Papazoni
Parangolé
Pegadeira
Ponto Br
Psirico
RUAN VITOR VAQUEIRINHO
Rey Vaqueiro
Rick Bonadio
Rick Ralley
Roberta Nistra
Rodrigo Ciampi
Rubynho
Samantha Schmütz
Samuka Britto
Sandra De Sá
Saulo
Solange Almeida
Sorriso Maroto
Templo de Umbanda Estrela Guia
Thiago Wesley
Tião Casemiro
Tony Guerra & Forró Sacode
Tony Salles
Traia Véia
Ursão
Vinny Nogueira
Willian Girassol
XANDDY HARMONIA
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Sorriso Maroto
Natanzinho Lima
Dj Luan Gomes
Traia Véia
Henry Freitas
O REI DA BATIDINHA
Léo Santana
Ivete Sangalo
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Maria Bethânia
Félix
Kamisa 10
Juliette
Lourena
Kleyton Souza
Alexandre Pires
Claudia Leitte
Rey Vaqueiro
Marcelo Falcão
Litto Lins
Matheus Alves
Calcinha Preta
BaianaSystem
Forró Hits
Thales Lessa
Cavaleiros do Forró
Os Garotin
Andrezin Araújo
Pagode do Adame
Kempa
Aviões do Forró
Luana Marques & De Lukka
Parangolé
Olodum
Clara Nunes
Michele Andrade
Akatu
Mariene De Castro
Banda Eva
Psirico
Rio Carnaval
Limão Com Mel
Leo Guima
Tchakabum
ORIXÁS
Charles New
XANDDY HARMONIA
Klessinha A baronesa
Saulo
Carlinhos Brown
Bonde do Tigrão
Kiko Chicabana
Claudinho & Buchecha
Brasas do Forró
Bruno Diegues
Banda Magníficos
Timbalada
Ara Ketu
Chiclete Com Banana
Os Atuais
É O Tchan
Workshow
Coral Filhos de Iemanjá
Daniela Mercury
Sandra De Sá
Jaques Morelenbaum
Inimigos Da HP
Solange Almeida
Kleberiano
Ikaro Ogãn OFC
Douglas & Vinicius
Bell Marques
Aldeia de Caboclos
Pepeu Gomes
KLB
ÀTTØØXXÁ
RUAN VITOR VAQUEIRINHO
Cleber Augusto
Leandro Santos
Luiz Caldas
Dudu Tucci
Didá Banda Feminina
Monobloco
Terra Samba
Oh Polêmico
MC Leozinho
SóCIRO
Tony Salles
La Furia
Margareth Menezes
Traditionnel
Kart Love
Alessandra Leão
Juliana D Passos
Igor Kannário
Mateus Aleluia
Ursão
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Roni Bruno
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