Alexandre Massau

Origin

Belo Horizonte, MG

Also known as

Alexandre Cardoso Machado

Years Active

1996

Genres

black music, reggae, funk, rock, samba-rock, soul

Instruments

vocals, percussion, guitar

Biography

Alexandre Massau, artistic name of Alexandre Cardoso Machado, was born in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, on May 10, 1978. He began his musical career in 1996, joining the band Berimbrown, a group that mixed elements of black music with capoeira. With Berimbrown, he recorded two albums and remained in the group until 2004. After his departure, he dedicated himself to jingle work and the study of theater.

In 2005, he founded the band Preto Massa, exploring the fusion of funk and rock, and acted as lead singer and guitarist for four years. In 2008, he was invited to replace Toni Garrido as lead singer and guitarist of the renowned reggae band Cidade Negra. With Cidade Negra, he recorded the album "Que Assim Seja" and toured Brazil, remaining in the group until 2010.

Returning to Preto Massa in 2013, Alexandre recorded the band's first album. His musical trajectory also includes appearances on "The Voice Brasil", where he demonstrated his vocal versatility. Massau is recognized for his work across various Brazilian musical genres, collaborating with artists such as Emmerson Nogueira and Flávio Renegado.