Pagode emerged as an offshoot of samba at the end of the 197
History of Márcio Farias - Viseu, Portugal
Pagode emerged as an offshoot of samba at the end of the 1970s in Rio de Janeiro, at backyard parties. Beth Carvalho played a crucial role in promoting the genre, when she met the group Fundo de Quintal. Pagoda innovation included the creation of percussion instruments. Beth Carvalho invited Fundo de Quintal for the album "De Pé no Chão" (1978), launching artists such as Jorge Aragão and Zeca Pagodinho. In the 90s, pagode gained prominence with romantic lyrics and the success of groups such as Raça Negra and Art Popular... Did you know?