Cabruêra

Origin

Campina Grande, PB

Years Active

1998

Genres

forró, rock, electronic music, funk, manguebeat, baião, psychedelic rock, ska, samba, MPB

Instruments

accordion, acoustic guitar, percussion, bass guitar, electric guitar, trumpet, trombone, vocals, viola, melodica, craviola, pífano

Biography

Cabruêra is a Brazilian musical group formed in 1998, in Campina Grande, Paraíba. Their sound is marked by the fusion of influences from northeastern traditional songbook, such as repente, embolada, and pífano bands, with elements of global genres such as rock, electronic music, and funk. The band originated from students at the Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB), currently UFCG, and stands out for its originality and sonic experimentation, even using unusual objects, such as a Bic pen on an acoustic guitar, to create unique timbres, which yielded the term "ballpoint forró".

The name "Cabruêra" originates from cangaço, being a corruption of "cabroeira", which means "gang of fellows". This denomination evokes the idea of a resilient and adaptable group, characteristics that the band reflects in its music. Throughout its career, the group has released several albums, participated in major festivals in Brazil and Europe, and had its songs included in soundtracks for films and documentaries, consolidating its national and international projection.

Cabruêra's trajectory is marked by a constant search for innovations, without losing the connection with the cultural roots of the Northeast. This approach has allowed them to create a unique musical identity that dialogues with both regionalism and contemporary sounds. The band has performed at renowned festivals such as Roskilde (Denmark), Montreux Jazz Festival (Switzerland), and Abril Pro Rock (Brazil), in addition to having toured several countries, demonstrating the versatility and reach of their music.

Discography

• Cabruêra (2000)
• Proibido Cochilar: Sambas For Sleepness Nights (2005)
• O Samba da Minha Terra (2006)
• Sons da Paraíba (2006)
• Visagem (2010)
• Nordeste Oculto (2012)
• Sol a Pino (2022)