Through history, different rhythms and cultures crossed paths in Portuguese speaking territories, leading to much diversity and new cultural expressions. In time these have been translated into innovative musical languages. In this debate, we propose a chronological journey through the history of Lusophonic sounds, guided by journalists and programmers who will share music and rhythms that mirror the originality and creativity of musical production in these countries. Moderator: RUI MIGUEL ABREU (PT) Journalist / Radio host Rui Miguel Abreu has been a music journalist for 28 years and is now one of the most respected voices in this field. He is a senior writer for Portugal's main music mag Blitz and also a senior radio host on national station Antena 3, where he is the resident hip hop specialist with a weekly two-hour show. He is also behind the Electric Africa radio show on RDP Africa, did A&R work for imprint Valentim de Carvalho and curates for several music festivals. He also owns and manages rimasebatidas.pt., a digital music magazine. Confirmed Participants: PEDRO COQUENÃO Musician, Journalist, Radio DJ (PT, ANG) Pedro Coquenão started out at Radio Marginal, where he was a radio DJ, music programmer and head of station. He created Radio Fazuma, a show based on Reggae and African Music. On Antena 3 (National Public Radio), Pedro Coquenão started to broadcast Musica Enrolada while on MTV Portugal he ran the music programming and Talent and Music Management. In 2007 he started the radio show Batida on Antena 3, showcasing the new African-influenced electronic music. One year later his first track Bazuka came out. Now Pedro has three albums out and is touring extensively. JOÃO GOMES Musician Keyboard extraordinaire, João Gomes is an essential part of the Portuguese soul scene from the 90's playing with groundbreaking bands such as Cool Hipnoise and Space Boys. Today he tours the world with Ana Moura and has several projects where his tropical roots are best displayed. CARLOS MARTINS (PT) Musician / Founder, Os Sons da Lusofonia Carlos Martins is a saxophonist, jazz musician and composer. He is known for his artistic works, compositions and collaborations in contemporary music, jazz and world music, both in Portugal and abroad as well as his conceptual works as artistic director and producer. He is the founder of Os Sons da Lusofonia, a non‐profit cultural organization based in Lisbon that works on cultural projects focusing on social and educational community work, based on music and other performing.
