sonhos tomam conta

sonhos tomam conta is the solo project of São Paulo-based artist Lua Viana, emerging as a leading voice in the contemporary Brazilian underground. The project's name, translating to 'dreams take over,' serves as a mission statement for a sound that prioritizes internal states over external reality.

Musically, Viana bridges the gap between the 'Big Three' of her influences: the melodic wash of Slowdive, the blackgaze transcendence of Alcest, and the crushing nihilism of Have a Nice Life. Her work is part of a burgeoning wave of Brazilian artists (including peers like Magnólia) who utilize the 'bedroom' aesthetic to create massive, cinematic soundscapes. Critically, she is noted for her prolific output and her ability to maintain a consistent emotional core while experimenting with elements of vaporwave, post-rock, and midwest emo. Her cultural position is defined by a queer, trans-coded vulnerability that resonates deeply with Gen Z listeners navigating digital isolation and mental health struggles. The project represents a shift in blackgaze away from traditional metal tropes toward a more personal, 'emo-adjacent' form of sonic expression.