Zermatten Productions at Balexert with the group Maradalu Maracatu, in Geneva - Switzerland

 

Last Saturday (22), Zermatten Productions provided journalistic coverage of the event "L'énergie du Brésil s'installe à Balexert!"

A Carnival of colors, music and rhythms that pays homage to Brazil until March 1st, at Shopping Balexert, in Geneva, Switzerland.

Coordinating coverage by Elzimar Zermatten took place at the presentation of the group Maradalu Maracatu Genève is a non-profit association based in Geneva, formed by a group of friends who share a passion for music.

It brings together people from different origins: Brazilian, Swiss, French, Italian and different generations. The association plays a variety of Afro-Brazilian rhythms, in particular Maracatu.

Simply incredible!

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"Lounge Lua Peixoto" rocks Fuzuê. Check it out!

 

Last Saturday (22) was marked by the funky beginning of Salvador, with Fuzuê, a moment that marks the pre-carnival of the Circuito Barra - Ondina (Dodô) and the producer and cultural agitator Lua Peixoto promoted his "Lounge", an environment of unique experience, open food, with very special guests.

Those who went to check it out came across the delicious flavored ices from "Sonho de Gelo" with energy drinks or vodka, wonderful! The incredible food at Donana Restaurant such as traditional shrimp and octopus salad and much more, authentic Bahian snacks at Aconchego da Zuzu, with its famous abará, ambient music signed by Pop Sonorização, ambiance at Casa Mandacaru and a wellness space with Dr. Rosilane França, through massage therapy, fragrant gifts from Davene, Change from Garcia, as well as the breathtaking and super privileged view from 40 Graus Bahia to the Fuzuê.

Journalist Luzia Moraes was "Godmother" of the space that had the VIP presence of presenter Emerson Silveira, from the Podcast "PodEmerson?" (Band Bahia), by filmmaker Lázaro Jabar, singer Urso da Montanha, Sérgio Matos, Lea Matos, Mateus Jacome, Jeef Souza, Felipe Barros, Ju Santos, João Barroso, Princess la Tremenda, among other personalities.

Lounge Lua Peixoto brings the "experience space" concept, an incredible space, full of charm and style during Salvador's Carnival. A truly unique experience!

Influencer Joy visits Rio de Janeiro

Influencer Joy was visiting the wonderful city last weekend to generate exclusive content for her followers and there was no shortage of tips on what to eat and what to order in Rio de Janeiro, in the middle of summer.

Accompanied by his wife, Edna Joy, the influencer visited Rio's iconic tourist attractions, such as: Escadaria Selarón, Arcos da Lapa, Maracanã Stadium, among other breathtaking places.

The influencer strolled along the famous and paradisiacal beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, where he captured several images for his popular social networks.

The popular city tour is signed by the renowned MPW Turismo Agency, in which Joy has been a partner for more than five years.

During the trip, Joy also attended traditional ballads such as sambas in Lapa, and carnival celebrations, and even made a post on social media saying: "In this wonderful city RJ".

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TikTok, Kwai, Fanpage, YouTube and Instagram, all with eujoyoficial

Band “A Cura” presented the show: Maravilhas de Um Amor Maior, at Teatro Gamboa with absolute success!

 

The band "A Cura" took the stage at Teatro Gamboa, last Thursday (13), in a vibrant performance that left the audience enchanted by the remarkable poetic musical experience.

With the show “Maravilhas de Um Amor Maior”, the namesake title of one of the band's songs, "A Cura" presented all its musical versatility through a repertoire that included original songs, MPB hits and poetic interventions and featured luxurious appearances by poets Cacau Novaes and Pareta Calderasch, and the applauded opening performance by renowned choreographer Deo Carvalho.

After the presentation, the expected "Papo Gamboa" took place, which invited the group to have a relaxed chat with the audience. The statements were simply moving, from an audience that, in addition to filling the house, danced and interacted warmly from the beginning.

The band is composed of singers Ramon Argolo, Rubem Garcia (Urso da Montanha) and Bruno Hilário, Zuzu Nascimento on drums, musical direction and bass Gustavo Marimba. 

Production Luzia Moraes, Sound Design Júnior Falcão, Lighting Kika, Presentation, Set and Costume Design Deo Carvalho.

Follow the band on Instagram: (@a_cura_oficial)

MilFree: The Voice of Trap Goiano

 

MilFree, a name that already resonates in the streets of Goiânia, is bursting onto the music scene with a raw, visceral and unique trap. He sings about the struggle, broken dreams and the scars of life, but also about the strength of those who are truly at his side when victory comes. In the trap game, he is the voice of the resistance, the one who does not sell out, the one who does not remain silent.

Created in Rio de Janeiro, MilFree found fertile soil for his music in Goiânia. Growing up in the chaos of the suburbs, music has always been his salvation. In the trap he found the scream necessary to expose his pain, his battles, his soul. His lyrics are not just words, they are fragments of a life that cannot be mastered. With his unmistakable style, he has conquered a loyal audience that goes from Goiânia to Rio, from São Paulo to Salvador, uniting hearts that live the same struggle.

Your sound is not just a heavy beat. It is a punch in the stomach, an invitation to look within, without a filter and without fear. The rhythms are intense, the words, sharp as blades, cut deeply. He talks about his life, the pain of growing up among obstacles, the wounds that do not heal and the incessant struggle to achieve something more.

"Carros e Joias" is MilFree's biggest hit, which quickly gained space throughout the country and attracted new listeners. The music spread naturally, conquering those who identified with its style and stories.

Singer Patrícia Macedo promises lots of news for Carnival 2025. Check it out!!!

 

Born in Ilhéus, in the south of Bahia Patrícia Macedo has a powerful voice and a unique tuning, with a consolidated artistic trajectory, the singer is always singing the biggest hits of Axé, Pop, Reggae, Samba, among many other musical styles. 

Currently, the beauty is in charge of the band Mina Baiana, which brings a danceable and diverse repertoire, to excite and please different types of audiences. The focus is on joy and not leaving anyone standing still, bringing quality music with all the affection to its fans.

Patrícia comes with everything this summer season and promises lots of news for Carnival 2025. Let's wait for this excitement!!!

Madeleine à Paris Premiere

Launch of the documentary “Madeleine in Paris”, by Liliane Mutti, with the presence of the protagonist, Robertinho Chaves, from Santo Amaro, in Salvador, the national premiere will be for guests, in the Walter da Silveira Room of the Barris Central Library, on February 5th, at 7pm. The following day, it goes on commercial circuit in cinemas across Brazil, distributed by Bretz Filmes.

Parte de Nós

 

3D sound experience | 'Parte de Nós s' is an immersive theater experience with wireless headphones. 

Guided by speculative fiction, a grandson in the company of his grandmother tells the story of a missing ancestral bird, raising questions about the origin and evolution of life, as well as speculations about possible futures of the planet.

The public is guided on a three-dimensional sound route following documentary and fictional narratives at Farol da Barra. Pre-recorded stories mix with sounds and stories captured live with directional microphones, transmitted directly to each participant's ears. The experience creates a living dramaturgy in real time, blurring the boundaries between reality and fiction.

From February 6th to 16th

Thursday to Sunday, at 6pm.

Balaio Verde Campaign promotes Parade on February 1st

 

The Balaio Verde Campaign is promoting a Parade for the preservation of clean beaches and unity of people, at the Festa de Iemanjá, bringing many artistic performances and socio-environmental causes. 

The action, which is coordinated by cultural producer Luzia Moraes, aims to guide society towards maintaining marine balance, seeking to reduce the environmental impact of the traditional gift of Iemanjá. 

The action comes for the second consecutive year in partnership with the plastic artist and environmentalist André Fernandes and his project "Movimento Onda de Plástico”, which promotes awareness and awareness about the cleaning and preservation of beaches. André will take a sculpture of Iemanjá made from waste plastics taken from the sea to parade. 

The Parade is also in support of the promotion of the “Carnaval Sem Fome” campaign, organized by the NGO Ação da Cidadania, which has Raimundo Bandeira as coordinator and aims to combat social inequalities and encourages awareness regarding hunger and poverty.

Mountain Bear will be leading the "Shamanic Wing", known as "Medicine Music", of vibrational elevation. 

The gathering will be in front of Espaço Jubiabar, on Rua da Paciência, in Rio Vermelho, at 9pm. 

SECIS, André Fraga (Vereador), UNEB, Movimento Onda de Plástico, Jubiabar, Boteco do Crioulo, Revista PeopleNews, Portal Café com Shah, Marta Fox: A Única, ShayraModel Collection, Deo Carvalho, Podcast "PodEmerson?", Ação da Cidadania Salvador, ASR Construções Sustentáveis, IODDEB; Hidro Capoeira, HECAM, Coletivo Gente que Brilha, Rádio Vai Vai Brasile Itália, Zermatten Productions, ONG ABEALUX, Revista Magazine e Ação, Rádio Doinha Prata FM, Búzio e ART, Essential Design e Casa da Noiva e Pousada Terapêutica Mangará.

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Date: February 1st (Saturday)

Meeting: at 9pm

Departure: at 10pm

Concentration Location: Jubiabar, Rua Conselheiro Pedro Luiz, 79, in Rio Vermelho

Procession: to the House of Iemanjá

José Fernandes will perform in Brazil

José Fernandes, the music poetry lover, will be coming to Brazil for a big event to showcase art and music. Come and participate in this show too. We will have a wonderful cocktail; the event will be in São Paulo. Event participants will receive an international certificate of participation from Brazilian culture ambassador José Fernandes, the creator of the event in Brazil. Virtual and printed media will be present. Reservations on 11-97024-5965, with Marta Fox. @mui_romantico @revistamagazineeaca@shayramodel

Cristhiane Oliveira, Luzia Moraes and Nili Brito in a meeting about female leadership in business

 

Journalist Cristhiane Oliveira met last Friday (24), on Rádio Excelsior, cultural producer and writer Luzia Moraes and speaker and therapist Nili Brito for a relaxed chat and to exchange experiences and promote new projects and partnerships for 2025. Topics such as mental health, sport, leisure and culture were debated and especially female protagonism in business and communication. 

Good things are coming, let's wait!

The ONG ABEALUX in the Balaio Verde Campaign Parade

 

The ONG ABEALUX- Associacão Beneficente e Assistencial Amigos da Luz and Espaço Serluz, coordinated by businesswoman Karin Faleiro, will participate for the second consecutive year in the Balaio Verde Campaign, in the Iemanjá Festival Parade, with the aim of raising awareness about the preservation of ecosystems, uniting people, mobilizing leaders, artistic and cultural circles, the press and the entire population, in this cause.

The action is coordinated by the cultural producer Luzia Moraes, journalist, activist and godmother of many relevant actions in favor of clean beaches.

Event date: February 1

Meeting: at 9 p.m.

Departure: 10:00 p.m. 

Location: Jubiabar 

Address: Rua Conselheiro Pedro Luiz, 79, Río Vermelho 

Procession: to Casinha de Iemanjá

Juranildes Araújo: A Milestone of Achievement and Inspiration in Female Culture and Leadership

 

 

Last Friday (24), Rio de Janeiro was the stage for a celebration of talent and dedication. Juranildes Araújo, one of the most influential personalities in Bahia, was officially inaugurated as a neo-academic at the Academy of Letters and Arts of Rio de Janeiro (ALARJ), the event was held at the Vila Galé hotel, in Rio de Janeiro. A recognition of her extraordinary career as a pedagogue, businesswoman, writer and presenter of the Program A Dona do Olhar Aguçado.

In addition to this well-deserved recognition, Juranildes recently stood out on the international scene, when she participated in the launch of the Women Fortalezas Magazine, at the Museu do Oriente, in Portugal, on December 14, 2024. The event was a true celebration of female strength and leadership transformative, values ​​that Juranildes masterfully represents.

Furthermore, its recent achievement of the Mulheres Fortalezas Award reaffirms its position as a great reference in entrepreneurship and female leadership. Currently, as vice-president of Fecomércio-Bahia, she continues to inspire and drive initiatives that transform lives and strengthen communities. The inauguration event at ALARJ will be another important milestone in the trajectory of Juranildes, a woman whose strength, wisdom and vision make her a national icon. His message is clear and inspiring: "Every big dream is the result of persistence and love for what we do", declared Juranildes Araújo, who, with his dedication, continues to follow the path of transformation and positive impact in various spheres of society.

The inauguration event at ALARJ will be another important milestone in the trajectory of Juranildes, a woman whose strength, wisdom and vision make her a national icon. His message is clear and inspiring: "Every big dream is the result of persistence and love for what we do", declared Juranildes Araújo, who, with his dedication, continues to follow the path of transformation and positive impact in various spheres of society.

Band “A Cura” presents the show: Maravilhas de Um Amor Maior, at Teatro Gamboa

 

Recognized for the energy emanating from the stage, striking sound and poetic lyrics also filled with original compositions, Banda A Cura takes the stage at Teatro Gamboa for a unique performance, which promises to engage and enchant the audience with an unforgettable poetic musical experience. 

With the show “Maravilhas de Um Amor Maior”, the namesake title of one of the band's songs, A Cura will present all its musical versatility and will feature special appearances by renowned musicians and poets in the Salvador scene.

The show takes place on February 13th (Thursday), at 7pm, at Teatro Gamboa, in Largo dos Aflitos. The repertoire will include striking original songs that make the band a success on the music scene, as well as MPB hits and poetic interventions.

Composed by Ramon Argolo, Rubem Garcia (Urso da Montanha), poets, composers and musicians with more than 30 years on the road and Bruno Hilário, musician and composer who shines with his virtuosity and sensitivity.

Get your tickets now and be part of this musical celebration. 

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Show by the band A Cura - Maravilhas do Amor Maior

Location: Teatro Gamboa;

Time: 7pm;

Ticket: R$40 (full) and R$20 (half);

Address: Rua Gamboa de Cima, 3, Largo dos Aflitos;

Tickets available at the Theater box office or through Sympla.

For more information, contact us via email: 

acuraoficial.ba@gmail.com

Follow the band on Instagram: (@a_cura_oficial) 

Whatsapp: (71) 9 9217 5748

Discover the successful trajectory of Rádio Vai Vai Brasile Itália and its creator Rosy di Bah

 

Rádio Vai Vai Brasile Itália has been bringing lots of quality music, interviews with famous people, sports, fresh news, humor, entertainment, credible information and much more. 

The beautiful Rosy di Bah is the Founder - President, Artistic Director and announcer of the Radio, which already has a successful track record in Europe and Brazil.

So, tune in to the best Brazilian Radio Ítalo! 

More information on Instagram: @radiovaivaibrasileitalia

Journalist Luzia Moraes will wear an exclusive piece from the brand "Búzio e Art" at the Festa de Iemanjá, in Salvador. Check it out!

 

Búzio e Art will be present at the Cultural Parade, which brings the action of the Balaio Verde Campaign, on February 1st, through cultural producer and journalist Luzia Moraes.

The artisan and businesswoman Tânia Regina CEO of Búzio e Art made an exclusive piece for the event that has the sea and the Festa de Iemanjá as references and socio-environmental action that is for the preservation of clean beaches. 

All made with crystals and sea shells. Fish pendant, gold-plated and mother-of-pearl scales. Crystals are used as a symbol of nobility and wisdom, also used for meditation, to activate energies and rebalance the chakras. It is a maxi necklace, which impacts with its beauty and meaning, simply stunning.

The demonstration is scheduled to take place at 10pm, in front of Jubiabar, in Rio Vermelho with several artists and opinion makers, and the piece will be used by Luzia, creator of the initiative. 

The Búzio e Art brand is famous for transforming cowries into jewelry and being present in various compositions of looks for celebrities, singers, presenters, journalists and much more.

More information on Instagram: @buzioeart

Yemanjá Festival: Balaio Musical Parade ATROPA 2025 - February 1st at Jubiabar. Check it out!

 

The Parade, which is already a tradition for another year, opens the festivities in honor of Queen Yemanjá in the streets of the traditional neighborhood of Rio Vermelho. Mixing the sacred and the profane ATROPA paints the streets of the Azul e Branco neighborhood, in a parade full of music and joy.

Meeting from 6pm on February 1st (Saturday) at JUBIABAR (air-conditioned environment with all facilities located at Rua Conselheiro Pedro Luis, 79, Rio Vermelho) and departure from the Cortejo from 10pm.

Purchasing a ticket guarantees access to the concentration + shirt.

Part of the money raised from the sale of the shirts will be donated to NASPEC - Assistance Center for people with Cancer.

The shirts will be delivered to JUBIABAR headquarters on January 30th and 31st.

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Date: 01/02 (Saturday)

Time: 6pm

Location: Jubiabar

Telephone: (71) 981997589

T.A.N Project at Boteco do Crioulo

 

  SHOW ALL MUSIC

ALL MUSIC WAS BORN FROM THE WILL OF THREE SOTEROPOLITAN ARTISTS, LEAVING THEIR MUSICAL COMFORT ZONE AND INTERPRETING NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REVIEWS IN AN EXPERIMENTAL AND INTIMATE WAY.

T.A.N aims to strengthen quality music, addressing specific themes of great impact in a city so divided by its many musical genres.

The name T.A.N was created based on the first letter of the pseudonym of each artist involved in this project:

TEXUGO - Multi instrumentalist, composer, percussionist, vocalist of the Salvadoran reggae band Mukambu, began his artistic career by producing a meeting called “Arte na Praça” in the well-known arts square located at the Federal University of Bahia - UFBA Ondina campus.

ÀGATHA - Ágatha, black woman, singer, songwriter and pedagogue. Music is like an affirmative action of her identity, expressed in her songs resistance and female empowerment. 

NOLLAS - Solo singer and @saljahmaica, composer of Bahian music hits, multi-instrumentalist, cultural producer of events with O Poder da Minha Cor 2, BravAção, OxigenArte, Reggae Junino among other events, formed by PRACATUM music school and its technologies and the Boca de Brasa project of the Gregório de Mattos Foundation and manager of the Colar de Concha Block created in 2016.

January 24th

Time 19:00

Entry R$10

Address: Largo da Tiêta - Pelourinho

Rehearsals of Afoxé Filhos De Ogun de Ronda in Parque São Bartolomeu. Check it out!

 

Come to the Afoxé Filhos De Ogun de Ronda Rehearsals, every Saturday, at 2pm, with free entry, at the Parque de São Bartolomeu Reference Center, in the Railway Suburb of Salvador 

Afoxé Filhos From Ogun de Ronda, the group brings with it a strong reference to Candomblé, where it also brings with it many educational art activities with Afro dance, percussion, among others.

Simply unmissable!

Agnoell Crioulo on TV Pelourinho

 

At the invitation of TV Pelourinho, in the last days of 2024, singer and composer Agnoell Crioulo met in the studio with the official cast of TV da Nova era to record the jingle "Burburinho", TV Pelourinho's working song for 2025. Agnoell who recorded The solo voice in the song shares the vocals with the TV choir, which includes names such as: Laura Eme, Patrick Portugal, Pixote, Suelen Maria, Vitória, among others, capturing the audio Agnoell's voice was done by Márcio de Sá, the cast was directed by actor Lyu Arisson and musical direction and editing by Tiago Verdelho and Pixote. It's worth checking out the track that will soon be circulating on the networks.

AGNOELL CRIOULO AND TV PELOURINHO 

A partnership that has lasted a few years, "house silver", singer Agnoell Crioulo was already a student on the preparatory course for actors and has already participated in the "Profissão Repórter" workshop in 2018, given by TV Globo, (GloboLab), the same nucleus in which the artist is hired.