Ultramen

Ultramen is a rhythmic explosion that captures the eclectic spirit of Porto Alegre. Their sound is a dense, joyous collision of traditional Brazilian samba-rock, heavy funk basslines, and the sharp edges of 90s hip-hop. It feels like a block party where a rock band, a DJ, and a percussion ensemble all decided to jam together at once. There is a specific warmth to the production that feels lived-in and organic, even when the turntables are cutting through the mix.

What truly sets them apart is the 'Rock Gaucho' attitude filtered through a global lens. While many of their peers stuck to garage rock or britpop influences, Ultramen leaned into the groove. The dual percussionists provide a polyrhythmic foundation that makes the music feel physically impossible to ignore, while Tonho Crocco's vocals bridge the gap between soulful crooning and rhythmic rapping with effortless charisma.

Start with the album Olelê to hear them at their most iconic. It is the definitive document of their ability to blend genres without losing their core identity. It is music for movement, for celebration, and for anyone who believes that rock and roll should always have a heavy dose of soul and swing.