The Sound of Música Ponta-Grossense

"The Sound of Música Ponta-Grossense" brings together a wide-ranging snapshot of the music scene emerging from Ponta Grossa, Brazil. This playlist captures the mix of independent sounds taking hold in the region—rock-infused experiments, introspective hip hop, sharp-edged electronic beats, forró-inflected grooves, and atmospheric folk. Acts like hoovaranas and MUM appear multiple times, offering reflective, boundary-pushing tracks with strong melodic sensibilities, while collaborators like Bianca Hoffmann, Gigante No Mic, and Stanley bring their own flavor to the mix of genres.

There’s a strong DIY spirit throughout, with artists such as Isabela Huk, Cadillac Dinossauros, and Explicito’S tapping into themes of urban life, identity, and resistance. Instrumental projects like Tiriva Instrumental and Solana Dub add some textural variety, while heavier vibes from Thrashall and Twoclok bring an edge. From dreamy alt-pop to gritty rhymes and laid-back ska, this collection reveals a scene that’s independently minded, emotionally varied, and constantly evolving.