Praia do Futuro

Origin

Fortaleza, CE

Years Active

2017

Genres

rock, jazz, northeastern rock, world fusion

Instruments

saxophone, keyboards, bass, guitar, drums

Biography

Praia do Futuro is a musical project that brings together musicians from different backgrounds in Brazil, with the aim of creating a sound that blends rock with northeastern rhythms and jazz influences. The project was born from the conception of Swedish-Turkish musician Ilhan Ersahin, founder of Nublu, an independent club and record label in New York, who has a deep admiration for Brazilian music. Alongside Ersahin, the project features Dengue (bassist from Nação Zumbi), Fernando Catatau (guitarist from Cidadão Instigado), and Yuri Kalil (drummer and producer, also from Cidadão Instigado). The group's sound is described as a "spiritual descendant" of the udigrudi movement, a counterculture movement in northeastern Brazil from the 1970s, characterized by creative freedom and the fusion of different musical elements.

The self-titled album "Praia Futuro", released in 2017, was recorded in just two days at Totem studio in Fortaleza. The compositions explore sounds that evoke both futurism and ancient musical references, creating a unique atmosphere. The band stands out for its organic approach and the interaction between the musicians, resulting in fresh and vital sounds that break away from conventional jazz-rock. The influence of northeastern rock and the region's rich musical culture is evident in their tracks, distinguishing themselves from genres such as samba and bossa nova.

The Praia do Futuro project also expanded into other collaborations, such as participating in tracks by artists like BaianaSystem and Seu Jorge, which explore the themes of the beach and nostalgic memories in Fortaleza. These collaborations reinforce the group's connection to the Brazilian music scene and its ability to move between different styles and generations, always maintaining a striking and innovative sonic identity.