Modulo 1000
- Origin
- Rio de Janeiro, RJ
- Years active
- 1970–1972
- Genres
- psychedelic rock, progressive rock, experimental rock
- Instruments
- organ, piano, vocals, bass guitar, guitar, drums
Biography
Modulo 1000 was a pioneering Brazilian psychedelic and progressive rock quartet formed in Rio de Janeiro in the early 1970s. The original lineup consisted of Luiz Paulo Simas on keyboards, Eduardo Leal on bass, Daniel Cardona Romani on guitar, and Candinho on drums. Their sound was characterized by a heavy, experimental approach, blending the dark riffs of Black Sabbath with the atmospheric textures of Pink Floyd. Despite their short initial lifespan, they made a significant impact on the underground scene, notably participating in the V International Song Festival (FIC).\n\nIn 1972, the band released their magnum opus, 'Não Fale Com Paredes', an album that has since become a holy grail for rare record collectors worldwide. During this period, they also experimented with the English language under the pseudonym Love Machine. Following the group's dissolution, keyboardist Luiz Paulo Simas and drummer Candinho went on to form the influential progressive-funk group Vímana, which featured future Brazilian superstars like Lulu Santos, Ritchie, and Lobão. Simas also gained fame in Brazilian pop culture as the creator of the iconic 'plim-plim' sound logo for Rede Globo.