Country music had its origins in pioneering recordings made
History of João Neves - Paraiba, Brasil
Country music had its origins in pioneering recordings made by Cornélio Pires in 1929, compiling stories and traditional rural songs from Brazil. Initially known as country music, it stood out for its lyrics that portrayed country life. Artists such as Tonico and Tinoco, Tião Carreiro & Pardinho and Belmonte & Amaraí contributed to its evolution, incorporating new styles and instruments. After the Second World War, country music went through a new phase, becoming more romantic. Events such as the Festa do Peão de Barretos, from 1956 onwards, helped to further popularize the genre.
