[2025] Recommended Bands from Brazil: A Roundup
When it comes to music from cheerful Brazil, many people think of samba or bossa nova.
But in fact, it’s a musical powerhouse with bands spanning a wide variety of genres! From 1970s prog rock to heavy metal, hardcore, alternative, and post-rock, musicians with remarkably diverse styles are thriving.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of outstanding bands that let you savor the depth of Brazilian music—from legendary groups loved across generations to up-and-coming acts capturing attention right now!
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[2025] Recommended Bands from Brazil (11–20)
The Other Side Of AngerCrypta
Crypta is a Brazilian death metal band formed in 2019 by former members of Nervosa.
Their sound, which fuses traditional death metal with modern elements, is so straight and powerful that fans have dubbed it a “military ensemble.” They released their debut album, Echoes of the Soul, in June 2021, followed by the acclaimed Shades of Sorrow, which was selected by APCA as one of the “50 Best Brazilian Albums of 2023.” In March 2023, they drew major attention for persevering with their activities even after a tornado struck the venue just before a show.
Their overwhelming live performances—praised by critics as an “outstanding stage act”—are sure to captivate anyone seeking technical, intense metal.
CulpaO Terno
O Terno is a garage rock band from São Paulo, Brazil.
They released their first album, “66,” in 2012 to great critical acclaim.
They followed with “O Terno” in 2014 and “Melhor Do Que Parece” in 2016.
Their music features the simple yet humorous style characteristic of a trio band.
Blood Of LionsKRISIUN
Krisiun is a three-piece death metal band from Brazil.
Formed in 1990, centered around three brothers.
In 1992, they released the demo album “The Plague.” In Japan, their fifth album “Works of Carnage” was released by Soundholic in 2004.
In 2017, they headlined the “Brazilian Attack in Japan 2017” event.
O viraSecos & Molhados
Secos & Molhados was a Brazilian rock band that drew attention in the 1970s with flamboyant costumes and makeup.
Secos & Molhados means “Dry & Wet.” They debuted in 1973 and achieved great success with humorous performances.
Influenced by glam rock, their songs are fun and carry a distinctly Brazilian rhythmic feel.
Trace of TraitAlmah
Almah is a band formed in 2007, centered around Edu Falaschi, the vocalist of Angra.
In Japan, they have been introduced in Burrn! magazine as one of the big bands in the melodic metal scene.
Moreover, vocalist Edu Falaschi has been selected as one of the world’s top five singers.
Their appeal lies in their solid technique and melodious sound.
NightmareSarcófago
Sarcófago is an extreme metal band from Belo Horizonte, Brazil, formed in 1985.
They were one of the first bands in the heavy metal scene to use blast beats.
In 1987, they released their debut album, I.
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The members’ fashion—leather jackets and bullet belts—helped shape the black metal style.
[2025] Recommended Bands from Brazil (21–30)
SintoniaNX Zero
NX Zero is a melodic hardcore band formed in São Paulo, Brazil.
They debuted in 2004.
Their albums are: 2004 – Diálogo? 2006 – Nx Zero 2008 – Agora 2009 – Sete Chaves 2012 – Em Comum 2015 – Norte.
Their songs have a very accessible, pop-oriented finish.