Barro

Origin

Recife, PE

Years Active

2000–present

Genres

MPB, pop

Instruments

voice, guitar, percussion, violin

Biography

Filipe Barros Beltrão, known professionally as Barro, is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer hailing from Recife, Pernambuco. He emerged from the independent music scene in Recife in the early 2000s, initially participating in bands such as Chocalho e Badalos, Vermute, and Dessinée. Since launching his solo career in 2016, Barro has released three studio albums: "Miocárdio" (2016), "Somos" (2018), and "Língua" (2024). His music is characterized by a hybrid sound that blends Brazilian music, global pop, Afro-Latin percussion, and electronic experimentation.

Barro's musical journey began with early exposure to artists like Alceu Valença and Almir Rouche, influenced by his father. He started violin lessons at age 12 at the Pernambucan Conservatory of Music, later transitioning to the guitar. His formative influences include Northeastern Brazilian artists such as Jackson do Pandeiro and Luiz Gonzaga, alongside international pop and rock from the early 2000s. This diverse background shapes his unique sonic palette.

Beyond his work as a solo artist, Barro is a respected music producer and artistic director. He has collaborated with numerous Brazilian artists, including Rachel Reis, Mariana Aydar, Chico César, and Lenine. His production and artistic direction credits extend to projects for artists like Mariana Aydar and João Gomes, showcasing his versatility and significant contribution to the contemporary Brazilian music landscape.

Discography

• Miocardio (2016)
• Somos (2018)
• Língua (2024)