Herbert Vianna

Origin

João Pessoa, PB

Years Active

1977

Genres

rock, pop rock, MPB

Instruments

vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar

Biography

Herbert Lemos de Souza Vianna, born in João Pessoa on May 4, 1961, established himself as one of the greatest icons of Brazilian music, standing out as the lead vocalist, guitarist, and main songwriter of the group Os Paralamas do Sucesso. Moving to Brasília in his childhood and later to Rio de Janeiro, he founded the band alongside Bi Ribeiro and drummer Vital Dias, which would become one of the foundations of national rock, landing hits like "Vital e Sua Moto" and making history in the genre alongside names like Legião Urbana and Titãs.

In addition to his indelible trajectory with Paralamas, Herbert built a respected solo career with albums such as Ê Batumarê, Santorini Blues, O Som do Sim, and Victoria, besides penning major hit compositions recorded by various heavy-hitting MPB and national pop artists, such as Ivete Sangalo, Marisa Monte, and Marina Lima. His melodic sensitivity and poetic skill also yielded partnerships and tributes from bands like Biquíni Cavadão, as well as important awards such as the one from the Brazilian Composers Union (União Brasileira de Compositores).

In 2001, the artist faced a tragic ultralight accident that claimed the life of his wife, Lucy Needham-Vianna, and left him paraplegic and temporarily without memories in Portuguese. Demonstrating extraordinary resilience, Herbert returned to the stage the following year and continued producing and performing with Os Paralamas do Sucesso, reaffirming his invaluable legacy to the country's culture.

Discography

• Ê Batumaré (1992)
• Santorini Blues (1997)
• O Som Do Sim (2000)
• Victoria (2012)
• Hv Sessions (Vol. 1) (2020)
• Hv Sessions, Vol. I (2020)