Ayô Tupinambá

In an artistic universe that often restricts itself to stereotypes and patterns, Ayô Tupinambá emerges as a force of authentic expression. She does not fit into simple definitions; on the contrary, she is a symphony of identities that defy expectations. Travesti, afro-indigenous, fat, macumbeira (practitioner of Afro-Brazilian religions), bisexual and from the outskirts, Ayô transcends conventional labels to present herself as a unique and multifaceted being.

"Through my songs, I speak about my trans-lived experiences; whether as a Black person, whether as a trans person or whether as a person of axé. I believe that this occupation of space as a travesti is extremely important to provide visibility and to be a reference that I didn't have when I was younger."

Source: https://casanaturamusical.com.br/ayo-tupinamba-e-a-musica-cantando-a-sua-verdade/

As Bahias

As Bahias, the common nickname of Raquel Virgínia and Assucena Assucena, met Rafael Acerbi in the History degree at USP [University of São Paulo] and began making music together when Amy Winehouse died, in tribute to her... they formed the group As Bahias (previously AS Bahias and Cozinha Mineira, since Rafael is from Minas Gerais). They came to revolutionize the MPB, recovering elements of Tropicália and the notable influence of Gal Costa. The singing duo shows that transvestites not only live on the margins of society and that, with talent, they are finding their place in art. "There have always been transvestites [in the media], but seen in a Please remember the word "pejorative." way. Now we are appearing as people who make art," Raquel reflects.

Source: https://revistatrip.uol.com.br/trip-tv/as-bahias-e-a-cozinha-mineira-banda-que-esta-balancando-a-mpb

Raquel Virgínia

Raquel Virgínia is the founder of Nhaí, a cultural management agency that was born to strengthen and promote possibilities for the growth of the LGBTQIAPN+ community in this endeavor. Among other actions, the company facilitates interaction between professionals and large companies at events such as the Contaí Summit, which will celebrate its seventh edition in November. In addition to being a businesswoman, Raquel is a composer and has been nominated for a Latin Grammy with the band As Baías, becoming the first trans woman to achieve this achievement. “I developed business strategies for my former band and also focused on brands, which helped lay the foundation for the creation of Nhaí. For this, I identified that it was necessary to integrate diversity and innovation, ensuring that these movements functioned as guiding principles of the company,” he says. 

Source: https://veja.abril.com.br/coluna/veja-gente/como-raquel-virginia-trabalho-para-inclusao-lgbtqiap-no-mercado

Criolo - Etérea

Etérea is a tribute to the Brazilian LGBTQIA+ population and is accompanied by a clip and a making-of, both with the participation of eight performers from different groups...

Developed around representation, Etérea is music, clip, documentary and website. The artists gave their personal interpretation to the music, contributing the essence of their groups and elements of queer culture. They are: Ákira Avalanx (House of Avalanx Collective), D'Avilla (Popporn and Festa Dando), Fefa (Animalia), Flip (Amem Collective, which has the priceless motto: united by fervor, boiled by love), Juju ZL and Kiara (Batekoo), Transälien (Marsha Trans and Coletividade Namibia) and Zaila (House of Zion).

Source: https://ffw.uol.com.br/noticias/comportamento/criolo-lanca-eterea-projeto-em-homenagem-a-populacao-lgbtqia/

Etérea website: http://www.criolo.net/eterea/

Rita Lee

She was a woman ahead of her time in favour of free speech, especially in the post-military dictatorship environment. Her songs touched upon taboos for the conservative society of the time, especially when they came from a woman’s perspective. Her feminist lyrics touched upon female sexuality and pleasure, menopause, and menstruation. Homages to national feminist icons such as Pagu. References to the repressed queer culture and homosexuality.

Source: https://www.rockandart.org/rita-lee-patroness-of-freedom/