João Luiz Corrêa

Origin

Soledade, RS

Years Active

1989

Genres

música regional gaúcha, nativista, fandango

Instruments

harmonica, acordeão, vocals

Biography

João Luiz Corrêa, born in Soledade, Rio Grande do Sul, on October 15, 1966, is a renowned singer, songwriter, and accordionist, established as one of the greatest exponents of regional music from Rio Grande do Sul. His musical journey began in 1989, performing in various regional music groups and accumulating lessons on the importance of joy, simplicity, and charisma, qualities that would become his trademarks. In 1998, he decided to pursue a solo career, founding João Luiz Corrêa & Grupo Campeirismo, with the goal of preserving and promoting gaúcho music in its most authentic form.

Throughout his career, João Luiz Corrêa has released numerous CD and DVD works, winning several awards such as Gold Records, a Platinum Record, and Gold DVDs, including the milestone of being the first Gold DVD in gaúcho music. His songs, such as "Um Bagual Corcoveador", "Fandango em Soledade", and "Pau Que Dá Cavaco", have become anthems at fandangos and on the radio, remaining among the most played and celebrated by the public.

With a concert schedule that frequently exceeds 220 performances annually, João Luiz Corrêa is known for his loyalty to gaúcho traditions, his fandangueiro style, and his unmistakable charisma. His music not only entertains but also celebrates the culture and identity of Rio Grande do Sul, winning over generations of fans and solidifying his place as an icon of Brazilian regional music.

Discography

• Campeirismo - O Melhor do Repertório de Bailes (1998)
• Campeirismo II (1999)
• João Luiz Corrêa & Vozes do Vento – De Rodeio em Rodeio (2000)
• Me Vou pra Vanera (2001)
• Campeirismo III (2001)
• João Luiz Corrêa & Grupo Campeirismo – Bom para Ouvir e Dançar (2002)
• Campeirismo IV (2003)
• João Luiz Corrêa & Grupo Campeirismo – O Trem Campeiro (2004)
• Campeirismo V (2005)
• Campeirismo VI (2006)
• Campeirismo VII (2008)
• Campeirismo VIII - Mesclas de Gaúcho (2012)
• Relíquias do Sul (João Luiz Corrêa e Amigos Cantam Gaspar Machado) (2018)
• Campeirismo, Vol. 2 (2018)
• Campeirismo, Vol 12 (2021)
• JOÃO LUIZ CORRÊA NA SEMANA FARROUPILHA (2024)
• NATIVISMO GAÚCHO- JOÃO LUIZ CORRÊA (AO VIVO) (2024)
• CELEBRANDO A SEMANA FARROUPILHA 2025 (2025)
• SEMANA FARROUPILHA COM JOÃO LUIZ CORRÊA 2026 (2026)
• João Luiz Corrêa & Grupo Campeirismo – 15 Anos, 15 Músicas
• Campeirismo Vol.10 - Pra Quem Vive de Bombacha
• Campeirismo 9
• Campeirismo Vol. 11