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Olodum

Groupb. 1979 · Salvador, Brazil, Brazil

axépagode baiano

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Olodum is a Brazilian percussion group formed in 1979 in the Maciel-Pelourinho neighborhood of Salvador, Bahia. The ensemble is known for its powerful drumming style rooted in Afro-Brazilian traditions and for its role in the cultural and social movements of the region. The group gained international recognition in the late 1980s and 1990s, collaborating with artists such as Paul Simon and Michael Jackson. Olodum’s music blends axé and pagode baiano rhythms, often addressing themes of racial pride, social justice, and resistance.