Roberto Luna

Origin

Serraria, PB

Also known as

Valdemar Farias

Years Active

1940s–1990s

Genres

bolero, samba-canção, valsa, seresta

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Roberto Luna, artistic name of Valdemar Farias, was born in Serraria on December 1, 1929 and established himself as one of the great names of romantic music and the golden age of Brazilian radio. Before achieving national fame, he worked as a crooner in several Rio de Janeiro nightclubs and worked in revue theater, making his official radio debut in 1951 on Rádio Guanabara. Throughout his prolific career, he recorded more than 60 LPs and scored numerous hits, with his voice associated with genres such as bolero and samba-canção.

His recording career includes remarkable interpretations of works by important Brazilian music composers, highlighting recordings of classics by artists such as Vinicius de Moraes, Tom Jobim, Dolores Duran, Lupicínio Rodrigues and Ataulfo Alves. Among his greatest successes are unforgettable songs like "Molambo", "O Relógio", "Castigo" and "Por causa de você", in addition to successful versions like "El dia que me quieras". His versatility also led him to participate in national cinema, joining the soundtrack and cast of emblematic productions such as the film O Bandido da Luz Vermelha, directed by Rogério Sganzerla.

Roberto Luna maintained his artistic relevance over the decades, transitioning from the golden days of major radio stations to performances in nightclubs in the 1970s and having his catalog reissued in the 1990s by the RGE record label. The singer passed away in São Paulo on June 26, 2022, leaving an indelible legacy in the history of Brazilian romantic song.

Discography

• Uma Voz para Milhões (1957)
• Roberto Luna (1959)
• Adios Pampa Mia e Outros Tangos Famosos (1963)
• Roberto Luna com Orquestra e Vozes RGE – Tangos Famosos (1963)
• Agostinho dos Santos, Roberto Luna – A Arte do Encontro (1991)
• Luna Canta para Você
• Gaivota