The Sound of Rock Paraibano

“The Sound of Rock Paraibano” brings together the edgy, experimental, and often genre-blurring sounds coming out of the Brazilian state of Paraíba. From the samba-infused groove of Cabruêra’s “Proibido Cochilar” to the psychedelic surf rock of Glue Trip’s “Elbow Pain,” the playlist captures a wide-ranging mix of styles that stay rooted in the local influence while pushing creative boundaries. Tracks like Seu Pereira e Coletivo 401’s “Eu Não Sou Boa Influência pra Você” and Escurinho’s percussive “É Bonito Se Olhar” highlight the region’s knack for fusing rock with samba, soul, and MPB energy.

Elsewhere, bands like Chico Correa & Electronic Band bring electronic music into the mix, while Augustine Azul leans into instrumental stoner rock. There’s a mix of Portuguese and English lyrics, raw and polished production, and everything from gritty punk (Dead Nomads, Zeferina Bomba) to atmospheric alt rock (Rieg, Coldsleepyhead). It’s a snapshot of what happens when local voices meet global influences, offering a varied but cohesive picture of the contemporary rock scene in Paraíba.