Coletivo Rádio Cipó

Origin

Belém, PA

Years Active

2000s–present

Genres

experimental, dub, hip hop, samba, carimbó, rock, reggae, jungle, ragga, breakbeat, funk

Instruments

sampler, guitar, keyboards, percussion, groovebox, escaleta, flute

Biography

The Coletivo Rádio Cipó (CRC) is a sound media production collective based in Belém, Pará, Brazil, known for its experimental approach to music and its fusion of diverse Brazilian rhythms with electronic music genres. Emerging in the early 2000s, the CRC aims to bridge traditional regional culture with contemporary sounds, utilizing DIY digital audio technology.

Their musical style is a rich tapestry that weaves together elements of Brazilian genres such as funk de morro, samba, terreiro points, and carimbó, with influences from hip-hop, dub, breakbeats, jungle, ragga, rock, and Jamaican reggae. This eclectic mix reflects their commitment to collective intervention in regional culture through the universal language of electronic music. The collective has collaborated with notable artists like Mestre Laurentino, Dona Onete, and Mestre Bereco, integrating popular and modern, urban and peripheral elements into their work.

The CRC's ethos extends beyond music production; they actively engage with their community through experimental free rehearsals held in public spaces, fostering social and cultural exchange. Their work has gained national recognition, with performances and releases that showcase their unique sound and dedication to promoting lesser-known regional artists. The collective's ambition includes documenting and celebrating the work of elder musicians, ensuring their contributions are preserved and shared.

Discography

• Formigando na Calçada do Brasil (2008)