Os Cinco Só

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1968

Genres

samba

Biography

Os Cinco Só were a samba musical group from Rio de Janeiro, formed in 1968. The group went through several line-ups throughout its existence, featuring experienced musicians in the samba universe. Among the members who passed through the group are Jair do Cavaquinho, Darcy da Mangueira, Pelado da Mangueira, Anescarzinho do Salgueiro, Velha da Portela, Zito (Baianinho), Wilson Moreira, Zuzuca do Salgueiro, and Gracia do Salgueiro.

In 1970, they released their first album, "Os Cinco Só - Roda de Samba", recorded live. The following year, the record "5 Só - Fim de Festa" came out. Some of the group's compositions were recorded by major names in MPB, highlighting the quality and reach of their work in the samba scene.

The legacy of Os Cinco Só lies in their contribution to the rich tapestry of Brazilian samba, with their recordings and the participation of their members in important samba circles. Later, some of their members formed the group "A Turma do Ganzá", continuing their musical trajectory.