Osmar do Breque

Origin

Nova Iguaçu, RJ

Also known as

Osmar Leite

Years Active

1970s–Present

Genres

samba de breque, samba

Instruments

guitar, vocals

Biography

Osmar do Breque, born Osmar Leite on December 18, 1954, in Nova Iguaçu, Rio de Janeiro, is a prominent Brazilian samba singer and songwriter renowned for his mastery of the "samba de breque" style. This unique genre is characterized by spoken interludes within the musical flow, drawing parallels to modern rap. Do Breque began his musical journey as a self-taught guitarist, initially exploring rock music in the band Ramal 3 during the 1970s. His fascination with samba de breque emerged in the same decade, a style he found captivating due to its intricate rhythmic and vocal demands.

His talent was recognized and validated by the legendary Moreira da Silva, a pioneer of samba de breque, who considered Osmar do Breque his most significant follower and successor. This endorsement was a crucial step in his career, solidifying his place within the samba tradition. Over the years, Osmar do Breque has released several albums, including "Girando por aí" (1997), which featured compositions like "Cinelândia" and "Farra no céu." He has also been an active participant in the samba community, integrating the composers' wing of the renowned Portela Samba School.

Osmar do Breque's career spans over four decades, marked by consistent performances and releases, including the EP "Astro Iluminado." He has shared the stage with numerous notable Brazilian artists such as Ataulfo Alves Júnior, Dicró, Zé Ventura, and Marlene. His work continues to be celebrated for its humor, irreverence, and authentic representation of samba de breque, keeping the genre alive and relevant for new generations.

Discography

• Girando por Aí...