The most comprehensive guide to Brazilian street carnival blocos. Find details on every bloco — parade schedules, musical genres, social media and history. Everything you need to enjoy street carnival in Brazil.
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"Mulheres de Chico" (Chico's Women) is a Brazilian carnival bloco (street band) founded in 2006 by Gláucia Cabral and Vivian Freitas, with the initial idea dating back to 2003! The bloco parades in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, in the Leme neighborhood, and performs in theaters, nightclubs, and open-air shows. The repertoire consists of songs by Chico Buarque, with.
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"Abraço do Urso" (Bear Hug), a Carnival bloco that brings samba to the streets of Rio! Founded, but exactly when is not specified. Its main location is in the neighborhood of Santíssimo, in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro. This bloco is known for presenting quality samba and Carioca percussion, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere with contagious energy.
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The Xodó da Piedade bloco is a treasure of Rio's Carnival, with over 40 years of history! Founded in the North Zone, the bloco celebrates Brazilian culture with live music and a high-quality "batuque" (drumming). It holds street parades, rehearsals, and samba performances, bringing nostalgia and tradition to the streets. Its repertoire consists of samba classics.
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The carnival group "BaianaSystem," founded in Salvador in 2009, is known for its musical innovation, blending Afrobeat, samba-reggae, and electronic music. With lyrics of strong political and social nature, the group is characterized by performances that unite pulsating and danceable rhythms, using traditional Brazilian and electronic instruments.
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Sorry, but there is no information available about the block "Banda dos 300".
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The Afoxé Filhos de Gandhy, an Afro-Brazilian bloco from Salvador, Bahia, celebrates African culture and heritage. Founded to promote equality and respect, the bloco presents a traditional procession with colorful costumes, turbans, and African prints. Its music, characterized by ijexá and ijexa rhythms, addresses social and religious themes, keeping the bloco's cultural identity alive.
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Bloco do Prazer celebrates the iconic singer Gal Costa, bringing her repertoire to the streets of São Paulo. Founded in 2018, the bloco honors Bahian music and Gal's contribution to MPB (Brazilian Popular Music). With its Divine Percussion section, Bloco do Prazer creates a unique musical experience in the São Paulo carnival. In 2023, the bloco prepared a special tribute to Gal Costa in the post-carnival, celebrating her legacy after her passing in 2022. The bloco contributes to the diversity of the São Paulo carnival, representing carnival joy and the importance of Gal Costa to Brazilian culture.
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Discover Banda da Rua do Mercado (Market Street Band), one of the pioneers of street carnival in Rio de Janeiro! Founded on February 11, 1998, the bloco seeks to honor the workers of the city center and celebrate the city's cultural history through music. With street performances, a "street washing" ceremony, and a traditional repertoire, Banda da Rua do Mercado is.
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The Bloco Explode Coração (Exploding Heart Block) pays homage to the iconic singer Maria Bethânia, bringing her repertoire and classics of Brazilian popular music to the São Paulo Street Carnival. Founded in 2017, the bloco stands out for its contagious energy and atmosphere of joy, reminiscent of the singer's emotional interpretations. Traditionally parading in the central region of the city, the Bloco Explode Coração contributes to the appreciation and dissemination of Brazilian music, especially among younger generations. With songs like "Reconvexo" and "Noite dos Mascarados" (Night of the Masked Ones), the bloco creates an unforgettable experience that celebrates the culture and emotion of Carnival.
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Superbacana, a Brazilian carnival bloco founded in 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, pays homage to the Tropicália cultural movement. The bloco performs in Afonso Pena Square in Tijuca and mixes traditional percussion with modern instruments, including guitars and keyboards. The repertoire is rooted in Tropicália, with artists such as Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, and Os Mutantes.
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Foundation: 2012, Rio de Janeiro Leadership: Group of musician friends Purpose: To promote environmental awareness and defend indigenous rights, with an irreverent artistic approach. Structure: Theatrical, with wind and percussion instruments, performances with musicians, dancers and stilt walkers. Cultural elements: Brazilian and international rhythms, including pop, groove, salsa, rock and samba
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Heaven on Earth! A traditional "bloco" (street band) from Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, founded in 2001 in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro. The Orquestra Popular Céu na Terra presents original arrangements and traditional Brazilian music, with elements such as saxophones, trumpets, percussion, and accordions. The bloco promotes Brazilian culture, engaging a young audience and fostering equality among participants. Featuring giant puppets and inspired decorations.
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Sorry, but there is no information available about the "Onda Carioca" bloco.
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"Nosy Neighbor" is a Carnival bloco (street band) that brings joy and informality to the festivities! Founded in Rio de Janeiro, it participates in street parades with samba, marchinhas, and other popular rhythms. With the name "Pega Ela Peru" (Catch Her Turkey), from Mussum, as inspiration, it captures the spirit of neighborhood blocos, in Rua Divinópolis, 167, Bento Ribeiro and Irajá.
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