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Brega

Brega is a music genre that emerged in Brazil. It is usually classed as a form of music of Brazil. Explore its 3 subgenres, key artists and related styles.

About Brega

Brega is a music genre that emerged in Brazil. It is usually classed as a form of music of Brazil.

Brega has given rise to 3 subgenres on this site, such as Tecno brega, Arrocha and Brega pop.

From Wikipedia

Brega is a Brazilian musical style and genre that encompasses a variety of rhythms, making it difficult to define a single musical aesthetic. The term emerged pejoratively, used to characterize the romantic and dramatic music of the 1940s and 1950s, considered low-quality or "tacky." Its musical origins are linked to samba-canção, bolero, and Jovem Guarda, and its evolution has been marked by the assimilation of influences and resistance to the hegemonic standards of the recording industry.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Brega.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Brega?

Brega is a music genre that emerged in Brazil. It is usually classed as a form of music of Brazil.

Where and when did Brega originate?

Brega originated in Brazil.

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