Flavio Leandro

Origin

Bodocó, PE

Also known as

Francisco Flávio Leandro Furtado

Years Active

1985

Genres

forró, forró pé-de-serra, música nordestina

Instruments

acoustic guitar, accordion

Biography

Francisco Flávio Leandro Furtado, known artistically as Flávio Leandro, was born in Bodocó, Pernambuco, on October 25, 1969. His connection to music is intrinsic, with maternal family influences linked to art and music. The landscape and culture of the northeastern sertão, land of Luiz Gonzaga and Patativa do Assaré, shaped his musical identity from an early age, inspiring his compositions that portray the daily life and soul of the northeastern people.

Leandro began his musical journey composing at age 13, participating in his first festival, "Sementes da Terra", in 1985. His professional career gained momentum in 1992 when he joined the band Raio Laser as lead vocalist. Over the years, he established himself as a singer, songwriter, and poet, releasing several CDs and DVDs that celebrate traditional forró pé-de-serra. His work has been recorded by renowned artists such as Elba Ramalho, Flávio José, Jorge de Altinho, and Lucy Alves, among others, demonstrating the relevance of his compositions in the Brazilian popular music scene.

With a style that blends romanticism and regionalism, Flávio Leandro stands out for his unique poetry and for keeping alive the tradition of rhythms like forró and baião, but with a contemporary approach. His music dialogues with the heritage of Luiz Gonzaga, but carries the mark of his own artistic identity, valuing northeastern culture and its stories. In addition to his musical career, Flávio Leandro has also worked as a teacher, accountant, and tax auditor, demonstrating versatility in his professional trajectory.

Discography

• Brasilidade (2000)
• Acústico (2002)
• Forró Iluminado (2003)
• Feliz da Vida (2005)
• Xô Aperreio (2008)
• Cheiro de Nós (2010)
• Frutificando (Ao Vivo) (2016)
• Estradar (2020)