Criolo
| Criolo | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Kleber Cavalcante Gomes |
| Born | September 5, 1975[1] |
| Origin | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Genres | Hip hop, MPB, samba, rock, soul, afrobeat |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter, rapper |
| Instruments | Phonic |
| Years active | 1989-present |
| Associated acts | Emicida Marcelo D2 MV Bill |
| Website | |
Criolo (São Paulo, September 5, 1975) is a Brazilian singer of rap and soul, real name Kleber Cavalcante Gomes. With a career starting in 1989, he was originally known in Brazil as the creator of Rinha dos MC's, but has recently gained worldwide attention for his solo work and, in particular, the album Nó Na Orelha.
Biography
Born to migrants from the North East of Brazil in the commercial hub of São Paulo, Kleber Gomes a.k.a. Criolo was born in the 'Favela das Imbuias', one of the many shanty towns that girdle the city.
From 11 years old Criolo concentrated on his love for rap, releasing his debut album ‘‘Ainda Há Tempo’’ in 2006. This led to a reputation as one of the most important rappers in São Paulo. His second album, “Nó na Orelha”, issued in Brazil in 2011 and internationally in 2012, saw his popularity grow beyond São Paulo and Brazil to other countries, leading to live shows in London, New York and Paris.
In 2011 “Nó na Orelha” won Best Album at the Brazilian Music Video Awards.
Discografia
- Ainda Há Tempo (2006) -(There's Still Some Time Left).
- Nó Na Orelha (2011) -(Knot in the Ear).
DVDs
- Criolo Doido Live in SP (2010)
- Criolo & Emicida ao Vivo (2013)
- Nó Na Orelha ao Vivo no Circo Voador (2013)
LP Single
- Ainda Há Tempo (2006)
- Subirusdoistiozin (2010)
- Duas De Cinco (2013)
References
External links
- Official website
- Criolo on Myspace
- Art Soothes The Soul, It Calms Us, Gives Us Warmth: An Interview With Criolo