Joelho de Porco

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years Active

1972–1998

Genres

rock, punk rock, pop rock, MPB, experimental rock

Instruments

voice, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, keyboard, piano, acoustic guitar, percussion

Biography

Founded in São Paulo in 1972, Joelho de Porco was one of the most irreverent and fundamental Brazilian rock bands of the 1970s. The group emerged from musicians who frequented the scene of bands like The Skeletons and Mona, consolidating themselves with a sound that mixed musical eclecticism, satire, and a unique urban poetry. Sponsored by the iconic singer Aracy de Almeida, the band stood out for its ability to transition between heavy rock, pop, and Tropicália influences.

The beginning of the group's recording trajectory was marked by the 1973 single 'Se Você Vai de Xaxado, Eu Vou de Rock And Roll', produced by Arnaldo Baptista (formerly of Mutantes). In 1976, they released the acclaimed album 'São Paulo 1554/Hoje', recorded in Rogério Duprat's studio, which featured classics like 'Boeing 723897'. Over the years, the band's lineup was rotating, featuring central figures like Tico Terpins and Próspero Albanese, in addition to notable stints by the Italian-Argentine singer Billy Bond, who brought a more aggressive aesthetic closer to punk rock.

In the 1980s, the band experienced a rebirth with the entry of Zé Rodrix, participating in major events such as TV Globo's Festival dos Festivais, where the song 'A Última Voz do Brasil' received the award for best lyrics. The group remained active until the late 1990s, ending its history after the death of its leader and founder, Tico Terpins, in 1998. The legacy of Joelho de Porco remains an essential link between the experimental rock of the 70s and the irreverence of 80s national rock.

Discography

• São Paulo - 1554 / Hoje (1976)
• Joelho de Porco (1978)
• Saqueando A Cidade (1983)
• 18 Anos sem Sucesso (1988)
• Hey Gordão (2020)