Mateus Aleluia Filho - Papel Machê cover artwork. A photo of the artist playing trumpet on top of a steel bridge.

Mateus Aleluia Filho Revives Bahian Reggae with “Papel Machê”

Brazilian singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist Mateus Aleluia Filho has released a fresh interpretation of the classic Papel Machê. This rendition is deeply rooted in the rhythms and cultural identity of Bahian reggae, a genre that draws heavily from the Afro-Brazilian traditions of Bahia, Brazil’s Afro-Cultural epicenter.

Originally from Cachoeira in the Recôncavo Baiano, Mateus Aleluia Filho channels the musical heritage of his hometown into this version. The influence of his father, Tincoã Mateus Aleluia, a pivotal figure in Bahian music, is evident. Cachoeira, long regarded as a cradle of Afro-Brazilian cultural expression, shapes every note, from Aleluia Filho’s soulful vocals to the brass arrangements, exemplifying the spirit and innovation that define Bahia’s unique reggae sound.

Author: World Music Central News Room

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