Portuguese experimental music is a boundary-pushing genre that encompasses a wide array of sound exploration and innovative musical techniques, reflecting the diverse creativity of Portugal's avant-garde musicians. Artists within this category, such as Nuno Canavarro, Rafael Toral, and Vítor Rua, often combine traditional Portuguese music elements with electronic synthesis, ambient soundscapes, and unconventional instruments, creating a unique auditory experience that defies conventional genre classifications. This music often emphasizes texture and atmosphere over melody, inviting listeners into immersive auditory environments. From the ethereal electronic compositions of @c to the rhythmic complexities of HHY & The Macumbas, Portuguese experimental music is marked by its daring experimentation, blending various genres and influences to craft sounds that are at once globally resonant and distinctly Portuguese.

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Single - Released September 24, 2024