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National & Local

Skrillex mixes dubstep and funk in a gala performance at Lollapalooza

Skrillex brought his distinctive sound, combining dubstep and funk, to a notable performance at Lollapalooza in Brazil.

Mar 22 β€’ 01:11 UTC
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National & Local

Skrillex does 'fritaΓ§Γ£o' set with funk, reggae, and Whitney Houston

Skrillex delivered a dynamic performance at Lollapalooza SΓ£o Paulo, blending various music genres and utilizing elaborate visuals and pyrotechnics.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:28 UTC
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National & Local

Filipe Ret revisits the rap from the 1990s funk dances and hits 10 billion streams

Filipe Ret's upcoming EP "Rap RelΓ­quia" pays homage to the 1990s funk dance rap while achieving significant streaming milestones.

Mar 21 β€’ 13:00 UTC
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National & Local

DJ Mu540 takes funk to India and discovers a connection with the music there: 'We are all in the same groove'

DJ Mu540 reflects on his experiences performing at Lollapalooza India and discovers cultural connections between Indian and Brazilian music.

Mar 21 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

Doechii dances funk and sings her sharp rap in a short show at Lollapalooza

Doechii wowed the crowd at Lollapalooza with her dynamic performance, showcasing her powerful lyrics and energetic dance moves.

Mar 20 β€’ 23:31 UTC
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National & Local

At Lollapalooza, Doechii rocks the stage with funk and delivers a breathless electrifying show

Doechii electrifies the audience at Lollapalooza 2026 with a dynamic show while making up for a previously canceled performance in 2024.

Mar 20 β€’ 23:08 UTC
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National & Local

Funk present, Tyler economical, Chappell and Sabrina excel: 5 spoilers we already have from Lolla Brazil

The Lollapalooza Brazil festival kicks off this weekend, offering a similar lineup and show experience as its Latin American counterparts.

Mar 20 β€’ 03:02 UTC
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National & Local

LuΓ­sa Sonza uses sample from MC criticized for advocating rape in lyrics; understand

LuΓ­sa Sonza's new single "Telefone" features a sample from a song by MC Denny, who faced backlash for his previously released lyrics that were accused of advocating rape.

Mar 18 β€’ 01:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Funk singer arrested in investigation over gunfire and mention of faction in Carnival party in Santos

Funk singer Elias Quaresma Teodoro, known as MC Urubuzinho, was arrested following an investigation into gunfire at a Carnival event in Santos, Brazil, where he was seen alongside an armed individual and references were made to criminal factions.

Mar 16 β€’ 23:21 UTC
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National & Local

Dennis DJ speaks out after copyright controversy with Tati Quebra Barraco

Dennis DJ addresses a copyright dispute raised by Tati Quebra Barraco concerning the song 'Barraco 2', which she claims has been incorrectly credited to him for nearly two decades.

Mar 16 β€’ 22:02 UTC
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National & Local

Public Broadcasting: Outrage of Public Annoyance

The public broadcasting platform Funk has lost two YouTube formats, igniting debate about their understanding of young audiences and the digital landscape.

Mar 16 β€’ 15:35 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Family accuses police of killing builder with rifle shot during action at funk party in SP

The family of Francisco das Chagas Fontenele claims that the police killed him with a rifle shot during an operation at a funk party in SΓ£o Paulo.

Mar 16 β€’ 13:22 UTC
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National & Local

MC Urubuzinho published a photo moments before being arrested; video shows apartment

Brazilian funk singer MC Urubuzinho was arrested following a shooting incident at a carnival party in Santos, where video footage captured a chaotic scene of partygoers with weapons.

Mar 16 β€’ 12:20 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest MC Urubuzinho in SΓ£o Paulo for gunfire and mention of a faction in Carnival 'pancadΓ£o' in Santos

Funk singer MC Urubuzinho has been arrested in SΓ£o Paulo due to his alleged involvement in gunfire and criminal organization references during a Carnival event in Santos.

Mar 16 β€’ 10:25 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Mason going to work and young man at a funk party died in a shootout during police action in the South Zone

A 56-year-old mason and a 22-year-old young man were killed in a shootout during a police operation at a funk party in SΓ£o Paulo's South Zone.

Mar 14 β€’ 23:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police Operation in Funk Dance Area Leaves Two Dead in South SΓ£o Paulo

A police operation in Jardim MacedΓ΄nia, SΓ£o Paulo, resulted in a shooting that left two individuals dead and several others wounded.

Mar 14 β€’ 15:43 UTC
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National & Local

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o left more than 15 recorded songs before he died; understand

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o, known for his significant impact in Brazilian funk music, recorded over 15 songs before his untimely death from cardiac arrest in Santos, SΓ£o Paulo.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:27 UTC
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National & Local

How MC Danilo BoladΓ£o, who died at 47, rivaled Charlie Brown Jr. at the height of his career

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o, a renowned figure in SΓ£o Paulo's funk music scene, passed away at the age of 47, having previously been a major competitor to the band Charlie Brown Jr.

Mar 12 β€’ 15:09 UTC
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National & Local

Pedro Sampaio releases funk in Spanish with collaborator of Bad Bunny in production and featuring Mexican singer

Pedro Sampaio launches a new single 'G-Latina', a funk track in Spanish featuring Mexican reggaeton artist El Bogueto, aiming to expand his career in the international Latin pop market.

Mar 12 β€’ 03:14 UTC
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National & Local

Ariane Rodrigues brings funk and jazz on flute in her first album, 'Transversa'

Flutist Ariane Rodrigues releases her debut solo album 'Transversa', blending flute with jazz elements.

Mar 11 β€’ 18:36 UTC
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National & Local

Learn who MC Danilo BoladΓ£o was, a reference of funk who died on the coast of SP

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o, a prominent figure in Brazilian funk music, passed away at the age of 47 in Santos, SΓ£o Paulo, after suffering cardiac arrest.

Mar 11 β€’ 16:32 UTC
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National & Local

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o dies at 47 in Santos, SP

MC Danilo BoladΓ£o has passed away at the age of 47 in Santos, Brazil, after suffering three cardiac arrests.

Mar 11 β€’ 12:57 UTC
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World

Khamenei 'high as a kite', Netanyahu 'goes up and down', Pahlavi 'rolls up': Brazilian funk ends up in pro and con Iran videos

Brazilian funk lyrics are being used in videos that support and criticize Iran amidst rising tensions with the US and Israel.

Mar 8 β€’ 08:51 UTC
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National & Local

Cosplayer Party Unites Manga and Funk Universe in Sao Paulo

A lively dance party in Sao Paulo, called BailΓ£o Otaku, brings together fans of anime and funk, providing an alternative nightlife experience for adult cosplayers.

Mar 7 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

Podcast 'Brave Girls': Just Don't Be a 'Bore'

The youth portal 'funk' has discontinued the podcast 'Brave MΓ€dchen' after just ten episodes due to its overly simplistic content.

Mar 6 β€’ 22:27 UTC
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National & Local

'I Might Not Even Give You Flowers': how DJ Japa NK, Mc Meno K, and DJ Davi DogDog made the most played summer hit in Brazil

The song 'Posso AtΓ© NΓ£o te Dar Flores' emerged as Brazil's top summer hit, dominating streaming charts since November 2025 due to its catchy blend of arrocha-funk and party vibes.

Mar 1 β€’ 10:59 UTC
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National & Local

Who is MC NegΓ£o Original, funk artist targeted by arrest warrant in operation against digital scams in SP

MC NegΓ£o Original, a Brazilian funk artist, is one of the targets of a temporary arrest warrant in SΓ£o Paulo linked to a police operation against a criminal organization involved in digital scams and money laundering.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:17 UTC
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National & Local

MC Livinho announces indefinite break: 'Time to take a break'

Brazilian funk artist MC Livinho has announced an indefinite hiatus from his music career, claiming 2026 will be his final year of performances.

Feb 23 β€’ 20:50 UTC
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National & Local

Pedro Sampaio brings funk, pop, and electronic music to revelers in Ibirapuera this Sunday

DJ and producer Pedro Sampaio performed a blend of music genres for fans at Parc do Ibirapuera in SΓ£o Paulo during a post-Carnival block party.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:31 UTC
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National & Local

From the working-class neighborhoods of Porto Alegre to being Brazil's most listened artist: MC Meno K dominates the music charts

MC Meno K, a 19-year-old funk musician from Porto Alegre, has recently become the most listened artist in Brazil, topping Spotify's charts with three of his hits.

Feb 22 β€’ 04:00 UTC
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National & Local

Police are received with gunfire during operation in Morro SΓ£o Bento after Carnival party

The Military Police in Brazil encountered gunfire while executing a drug trafficking operation in Morro SΓ£o Bento, Santos, after a Carnival funk party.

Feb 20 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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National & Local

Rapper Afro-X goes from funk to ijexΓ‘ on the album 'The street and the stage' featuring Seu Jorge, Sampa Crew, and Rappin' Hood

Brazilian rapper Afro-X is set to release his album 'A rua Γ© o palco,' featuring collaborations with Seu Jorge, Sampa Crew, and Rappin' Hood, while celebrating his long career.

Feb 19 β€’ 15:54 UTC
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National & Local

Phenomenon of brega funk, DadΓ‘ BoladΓ£o performs at the carnival in Goiana for ten people; VIDEO

A carnival show by brega funk artist DadΓ‘ BoladΓ£o in Goiana, Brazil, attracted only a small crowd of around ten people, leading to viral reactions on social media.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:57 UTC
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National & Local

Henrik Ehte: We want to reach the Grammys and every corner of Estonia with Funk Embassy

Henrik Ehte discusses the ten-year journey of the Estonian Funk Embassy, highlighting its achievements, challenges, and aspirations to achieve international recognition.

Feb 19 β€’ 13:24 UTC
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National & Local

Anderson Neiff has his microphone turned off during a carnival show in Olinda and speaks out: 'I felt humiliated'; VIDEO

Singer Anderson Neiff expressed his feelings of humiliation after his microphone was turned off during a performance at a carnival event in Olinda.

Feb 18 β€’ 18:36 UTC
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National & Local

Tan Bronze, Truck of Desire, Funk You and other blocks animate revelers this carnival Tuesday in BH

Belo Horizonte's carnival festivities on Tuesday featured lively performances from various street blocks, including Juventude Bronzeada, Truck do Desejo, and Funk You!

Feb 17 β€’ 12:42 UTC
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National & Local

Baianeiros, Bronze Youth, Truck of Desire, Funk You, Bartucada and more: see the guide to the carnival blocks this Tuesday in BH

The official last day of Carnival in Belo Horizonte features a variety of vibrant street parties throughout the city.

Feb 17 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival Monday features Beatles, Mamonas, and funk in Rio; PHOTOS

Carnival Monday in Rio de Janeiro kicked off with energetic street celebrations featuring music from The Beatles and Mamonas Assassinas, among others.

Feb 16 β€’ 14:05 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival with funk, pop, and trap? Understand how this festival has adapted to the university audience in Sorocaba

The Bloco da Coruja in Sorocaba showcases how Carnival is evolving to include diverse musical genres to appeal to university students.

Feb 16 β€’ 10:21 UTC
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National & Local

Kevinho performs on the third night of carnival in Boa Vista; check the schedule

Brazilian funk artist Kevinho is set to perform at the carnival in Boa Vista, showcasing his hit songs in a free concert.

Feb 16 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

Anderson Neiff flies over the audience and surprises fans by arriving on a zip line at the carnival in Recife; VIDEO

Singer Anderson Neiff astonished carnival-goers in Recife by making a dramatic entrance on a zip line during his show.

Feb 15 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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National & Local

'Treacherous Nights': Catholic Hymn Becomes 'Soundtrack' to Chaos at Brega Funk Show During Carnival Block; VIDEO

A Catholic hymn was sung amidst chaos at a brega funk show during Carnival festivities in Recife, where police intervened as violence erupted.

Feb 14 β€’ 22:43 UTC
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National & Local

Golden Series: 2nd night has various tributes to women, as well as funk, landscaping, and umbanda in samba

The 2nd night of the Golden Series, the main access division of Rio de Janeiro's carnival, features tributes to women and performances from renowned samba schools.

Feb 14 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

Papatinho continues the party with EP that brings funk to the streets featuring Anitta, Jason Derulo, Kevin O Chris, and L7nnon

Papatinho's new EP 'Baile do Papato vol 2' features collaborations with prominent artists and aims to blend contemporary Rio funk with global pop music.

Feb 13 β€’ 22:20 UTC
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National & Local

From bricklayer's helper to Spotify leader: DJ Japa NK tops the charts and amps up funk for pre-carnival

DJ Japa NK has become a leading figure in Brazil's pre-carnival music scene, with five songs in the Spotify top fifteen, including his hit 'Posso AtΓ© NΓ£o te Dar Flores'.

Feb 12 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

MC Carol was robbed by men armed with rifles in RJ: 'They were very aggressive'

Brazilian funk singer MC Carol was assaulted by armed men while en route to a performance in Cabo Frio.

Feb 9 β€’ 18:19 UTC
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National & Local

Anitta balances between funk, samba, and reggae in trilingual album featuring Luedji Luna, Rincon SapiΓͺncia, and King

Anitta announces her eighth studio album 'Equilibrium', a trilingual project featuring various Brazilian musical styles.

Feb 8 β€’ 23:04 UTC
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National & Local

First day of pre-carnival brings crowds to the streets of capitals, with rain, funk, and mega-blocks

The first day of Brazil's pre-carnival featured large crowds in the streets, diverse music styles, and the resilient spirit of revelers despite the rain.

Feb 8 β€’ 03:00 UTC
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National & Local

Rebecca Wants to Enjoy Carnival with the Beat of Funk from the EP 'Rebeccagem'

Rebecca's new EP 'Rebeccagem' features five new tracks and aims to energize audiences for Carnival with her unique funk sound.

Feb 7 β€’ 15:37 UTC
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National & Local

Bloco da Favorita draws a crowd to the sound of funk in downtown Rio: 'Funk saved my life,' says Pocah

The Bloco da Favorita attracted a large crowd in downtown Rio de Janeiro, where artist Pocah emphasized the cultural significance of funk music in her life.

Feb 7 β€’ 13:32 UTC

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