The city of Campinas in São Paulo will host a tribute concert for the late Andre Matos, one of Brazil's greatest metal vocalists, on Thursday, December 12. The show will feature prominent musicians including Aquiles Priester, Thiago Bianchi, and Edu Ardanuy, who are all well-known figures in the Brazilian metal scene. This concert is part of the 'All Metal Stars BR' tour, which is set to perform in 16 cities across Brazil throughout the month, celebrating Matos's legacy and various phases of his musical journey, including classic hits like 'Wuthering Heights'.

Andre Matos was a key figure in the Brazilian rock and metal music landscape, having founded iconic bands like Viper, Angra, and Shaman before his untimely death in 2019 at the age of 47. This tribute aims to honor his immense contribution to the genre and will attract fans from different parts of the country. Furthermore, the concert is designed with a charitable aspect, where attendees can purchase discounted tickets by donating non-perishable food or pet food, with all collected items being donated to local charities.

Musicians performing at the event are not only paying homage to Matos but are also reinforcing the community spirit of the metal scene in Brazil. Aquiles Priester, the former drummer of Angra, Thiago Bianchi of Shaman, and Edu Ardanuy from Dr. Sin highlight the interconnectedness of artists within the genre and the impact Matos had on their careers. This concert not only serves as a musical event but also as a significant charitable endeavor that brings fans and musicians together for a worthy cause.