Banda Melaço de Cana

Origin

Salvador, BA

Also known as

Forró Melaço de Cana, Melaço de Cana

Years Active

1999

Genres

forró, electronic forró, traditional forró

Instruments

vocals, keyboards, programming

Biography

Banda Melaço de Cana, initially known as Forró Melaço de Cana, emerged in Salvador, Bahia, in the year 1999. Since its foundation, the band has stood out for presenting a forró with a "true spectacle" proposal, mixing dance, typically northeastern sounds and rhythms with the charms of Bahian culture. Throughout its trajectory, the band has performed in various cities and at diverse events, such as cattle herding festivals, horseback riding trails, June festivities, shows in public squares and clubs, expanding its music to other states in the country, including Sergipe, Alagoas, Pernambuco, Ceará, Piauí, Maranhão, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

The lineup of Banda Melaço de Cana brings together experienced musicians, many with stints in other successful bands from the forró scene, such as Mambolada, Colher de Pau, Fubá de Milho, Forrozão Tchê Tchê Tchê, Filomena Bagaceira, among others. This musical background contributes to the band's sonic identity, which constantly seeks creativity and innovation in its shows and repertoire. The musical direction is frequently associated with Henry Souza, who also acts as a musician and manager for the group.

With its own musical style and varied repertoire, Banda Melaço de Cana has established itself as a beloved name in Bahian and national forró. The band has released several promotional CDs and albums throughout its career, maintaining a strong presence on digital platforms and live events. Its music is marked by contagious energy and the ability to liven up parties and celebrations, always with the "forró groove" that won over the audience.

Discography

• A Doçura do Forró (2001)
• A Mais Gostosa Chegou, ao Vivo! (2005)
• 2007 (2007)
• Homenagem (2008)
• A Farra Vai Começar (2012)
• Ao Vivo em Cabaceiras do Paraguaçu-BA (2015)
• 2018 (2018)
• Ao Vivo (Forró Tribal)