Sonekka

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Also known as

Osmar Ricardo Lazarini

Years Active

2003

Genres

MPB, samba pop, blues

Instruments

vocals, guitar

Biography

Sonekka, born Osmar Ricardo Lazarini on March 5, 1970, is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and composer from São Paulo. He emerged in the music scene in 2003 with the release of his first CD, "Incríveis Amores," produced by Fernando Lee. In the same year, his songs were featured on two compilations: "Brasilidade" and "Estação XXI." Throughout the 1990s, Sonekka participated in various festivals, showcasing his talent and growing his presence in the Brazilian music landscape.

Sonekka is a key figure in the Clube Caiubi de Compositores, a movement that champions the work of composers outside the mainstream media. He has collaborated with a wide array of artists, including Zé Edu Camargo, Léo Nogueira, Ricardo Moreira, Ricardo Soares, Gilvandro Filho, Vlado Lima, Paulinho Tapajós, Álvaro Cueva, Márcio Policastro, Zé Rodrix, Carlos Machado, and Luiz Alberto Machado, among many others. His musical style is characterized by a blend of romanticism and social critique, as exemplified in his third CD, "Agridoce," released in the latter half of 2006. Sonekka has also been recognized for his innovative approach to music distribution, including the online recording and distribution of live performances.

With a prolific career, Sonekka has composed over 1,000 songs, with more than 100 recorded by approximately 50 independent artists, as well as notable names like Luiza Possi, Sá e Guarabyra, Zé Rodrix, and Nilson Chaves. He has also been involved with bands such as Tropeçalistas and TONQ. His work has been released internationally, with his second CD, "Agridoce," reaching 25 countries after receiving a seal in Japan. Sonekka continues to be an active force in Brazilian music, celebrated for his prolific songwriting and dedication to the independent music scene.

Discography

• Agridoce (2008)
• Cisma (2015)
• Incríveis Amores (2015)
• Palavrinhas Mágicas (2017)
• O Rap das Escolas Literárias (2020)
• Forró Avacaiado de Duplo Sentido pra Vídeos do Tiktok (2021)
• Comum (2025)