A Filial is an up-and-coming hip-hop band from Rio de Janeiro who recently released a new album, $1,99. Some members of the group grew up in Rio’s bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, and their music reflects a variety of genres, including bossa nova, jazz, tropicalia, rock, and rap. They first got started by releasing an album with Verge Records, which supports international artists.

Check out some of their music!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZeJDcZCwao

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