Tadeu Mathias

Origin

Campina Grande, PB

Years Active

1978–2023

Genres

MPB, música popular brasileira

Instruments

acoustic guitar, vocals

Biography

Tadeu Mathias is a singer and songwriter from Paraíba, born in Campina Grande in 1959. His musical career flourished starting in the 1970s, when he moved to João Pessoa and began a partnership with Elba Ramalho, with whom he would work as a backing vocalist for ten years. This collaboration led him to perform in several Brazilian cities and abroad, consolidating his presence in the music scene. His move to Rio de Janeiro in 1979 marked the beginning of a new phase, where he had the opportunity to collaborate with important names in Brazilian Popular Music (MPB), such as Caetano Veloso, Marina Lima, Alceu Valença, Djavan, and Lenine, who recognized his talent. The influence of MPB is a profound mark in his musical background, which is reflected in his original repertoire and interpretations of classics by great masters of Brazilian music.

Throughout his journey, Tadeu Mathias has released several albums, including "Zuada de Boca" (1983), "Vida Real" (1987), and "É pra Contagiar" (1989). As a songwriter, his songs have been recorded by artists such as Angélica, Marinês, and Elza Maria, demonstrating the versatility of his work. In addition to his career as a performer and songwriter, Tadeu also stood out as a vocal coach, working with renowned artists such as Elba Ramalho and Geraldo Azevedo, and participating in Rede Globo television shows. His vocal and instrumental ability is widely recognized, and he is frequently praised for his technique and expressiveness.

In 2023, Tadeu Mathias launched the show "A Marca da Canção", which celebrates the importance of music in our lives, interpreting both his own compositions and works by artists such as Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, and Chico Buarque. Most recently, in 2024, he released the album "Geraldianas", dedicated to the original repertoire of Geraldo Azevedo, reinforcing his connection with the rich tradition of Brazilian music. His career, spanning more than four decades, is marked by a passion for art, a constant search for new projects, and a deep connection with his roots in Paraíba.

Discography

• Zuada de Boca (1983)
• Sentimento e Blues (1985)
• Vida Real (1987)
• Se não tocar Baião, é Fake News ! (2025)
• Geraldianas, Tadeu Mathias na obra de Geraldo Azevedo (2025)