Known for their theatrical stage presence and socially conscious message,
Brazilian rock band Secos & Molhados was founded in São Paulo in 1971.
Originally a trio started by multi-instrumentalist João Ricardo, the group
consolidated its lineup a few months later with the addition of vocalist Ney
Matogrosso, guitarist Gérson Conrad, and several other backing musicians.
Released in 1973, their eponymous studio debut paired the work of authors like
Vinícius de Moraes, Manuel Bandeira, and João Apolinário with Brazilian
folklore, glam rock, and psychedelic pop. The album was both a c...