Rodrigo Alarcon

Origin

Sorocaba, SP

Years Active

2015

Genres

MPB, alternative rock, samba, pop, post-MPB

Instruments

vocals, acoustic guitar

Biography

Rodrigo Alarcon is a Brazilian singer-songwriter who emerged onto the music scene with his unique approach to Brazilian Popular Music (MPB). Born in Sorocaba, São Paulo, and raised in Mogi das Cruzes, Alarcon transitioned through various musical genres in his youth, including emocore, rock, and metal, before finding his identity in MPB.

His career gained national prominence in 2015 with the viral success of the song "O Lado Vazio do Sofá", which accumulated millions of streams and introduced him to a wide audience. This initial milestone opened doors for the release of acclaimed albums such as "Parte" (2019), "Vazio" (2020), "Rivo III e a Fé" (2022), and "Guizo de Cascavel" (2025), the latter exploring Brazil's sonic diversity.

Alarcon is recognized for his poetic and sensitive lyrics, which address daily life, love, and the search for identity, often with a touch of humor and drama. His music, which he himself defines as "post-MPB", reflects his diverse influences, ranging from major MPB names like Maria Bethânia and Gonzaguinha to international artists, creating a contemporary and authentic sound. He has collaborated with several artists, including Liniker and Rashid, and his songs have served as soap opera soundtracks, consolidating him as one of the most promising names of the new generation of Brazilian music.

Discography

• Rodrigo Alarcon no Estúdio Showlivre (Ao Vivo) (2019)
• Parte (2019)
• Vazio (Ao Vivo no Cine Joia) (2020)
• Rivo III e a Fé (2022)
• Guizo de Cascavel (2025)