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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BaianaSystem
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Caio Blanco
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Charles New
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Claudia Leitte
Da Ponte Pra Cá
Daniela Mercury
Duas Medidas
Dudu Nobre
Evandro José
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Felipe Abrantes
Flávio Paiva
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Hill Do Piseiro
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Jovem Gomes
João Selva
Ju Moraes
Juliana D Passos
Juliana Tavares
Juçara Marçal
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Leandro Santos
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Lucas Roque e Gabriel
Luiz Brazil
Luiz Caldas
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Luê
Léo Santana
MATHEUS ALVES
Majur
Marcelo Falcão
Margareth Menezes
Maria Bethânia
Mateus Aleluia
Matheus Santanielli
Mistura Louca
Murilo Oliveira
Márcio Simões
O Poeta
ORIXÁS
Oh Polêmico
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Patrick Araújo
Patrulha Do Samba
Paulo Marcio
Psirico
Rafael Pondé
Rey Vaqueiro
Rick Bonadio
Rio Carnaval
Roberto Mendes
Robson Lira
Rodrigo Ciampi
Ronaldo Fernandes
Saulo
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Soweto
Sérgio Pererê
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Teto
Timbalada
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Viola de Doze
Teto
O REI DA BATIDINHA
Léo Santana
Maria Bethânia
Félix
Furacão 2000
Calcinha Preta
Alexandre Pires
Arlindo Cruz
Ivete Sangalo
Juliette
Falamansa
Claudia Leitte
Rey Vaqueiro
Marcelo Falcão
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BaianaSystem
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Luana Marques & De Lukka
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Clara Nunes
Parangolé
Saulo
Mariene De Castro
Olodum
Leo Guima
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Solange Almeida
Tchakabum
Banda Eva
Carlinhos Brown
XANDDY HARMONIA
Claudinho & Buchecha
ORIXÁS
Kiko Chicabana
Bonde do Tigrão
Chiclete Com Banana
Banda Magníficos
Dudu Nobre
Ara Ketu
Timbalada
Cavaleiros do Forró
Coral Filhos de Iemanjá
É O Tchan
Workshow
Sandra De Sá
Jaques Morelenbaum
Kleberiano
Inimigos Da HP
Da Ponte Pra Cá
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Rio Carnaval
Pepeu Gomes
Cleber Augusto
KLB
Ikaro Ogãn OFC
Lukkas
Monobloco
Luiz Caldas
Dudu Tucci
Brasas do Forró
Daniela Mercury
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Oh Polêmico
Psirico
Leandro Santos
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Tony Salles
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MC Leozinho
Charles New
Igor Kannário
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Aldeia de Caboclos
Margareth Menezes
Majur
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Patrick Araújo
Juliana D Passos
Alessandra Leão
Kelly Key
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Mc Sapao
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Lucas Roque e Gabriel
Serena Assumpção
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Maria Padilha
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