Angra

 Today in 2014 Angra released the single Newborn Me

São Paulo, São Paulo,Brazil Power/Progressive Metal 

Status:Active 

Years active: 1991-2007, 2009-present 

Angra are probably the second most well-known metal band to originate from Brazil (behind Sepultura), and released several critically acclaimed albums in the mid to late nineties. Solidly rooted in the European traditional metal mold, their work often resembled a cross of, say, Helloween with the progressive tendencies of a Dream Theater.

After a successful run in the late 90's, a rift developed amongst the members (relating to management of the band), resulting in a split into two groups. Vocalist Andre Matos, bassist Luis Mariutti, and drummer Ricardo Confessori departed, eventually forming Shaman, a band that had a successful run of its own before retiring in late 2006. The remaining members, guitarists Kiko Loureiro and Rafael Bittencourt, recruited three replacements and have carried on, their new style keeping the Euro flavor of previous releases while also being more melodic/hard rock oriented and less progressive.

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Rafael Bittencourt Guitars, Vocals (backing)

Kiko Loureiro Guitars, Vocals (backing)

Felipe Andreoli Bass, Vocals (backing)

Fabio Lione Vocals

Bruno Valverde Drums

1. Newborn Me 05:33