Sao Paulo Hip-Hop

Periferias: A Project of Musical Exchange and Global Respect

By Amy Cunningham 11 July, 2011

The term “Periferias” is unusual in that is leads us to the idea that the music that is exchanged in... Read Article

Emicida – Então Toma

By Russ Slater 08 July, 2011

Amazing new video from Emicida, bringing back memories of Beastie Boys’ Sabotage-like nostalgia. This one features Criolo, another of Sao... Read Article

Criolo — Mariô (Live)

By Russ Slater 22 May, 2011

Criolo performing “Mariô” live with the assistance of Kiko Dinucci and band. This song is one of my highlights from... Read Article

Criolo releases new album No Na Orelha

By Russ Slater 27 April, 2011

I’m finding it hard to conceal my excitement on this one. Sao Paulo’s Criolo (previously known as Criolo Doido) yesterday... Read Article

Emicida — Rua Augusta

By Russ Slater 05 April, 2011

The latest video from Emicida, one of Sao Paulo’s finest new rappers:

Criolo — Não Existe Amor em SP

By Russ Slater 01 April, 2011

A little taster from the new Criolo album Nó na Orelha which should be out May this year. Produced by... Read Article