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Rock music on the radio in Brazil

Rock music has been popular in Brazil since the 1950s, and the genre has developed a unique sound that incorporates elements of Brazilian music, such as samba and bossa nova, with rock and roll. Some of the most popular rock artists in Brazil include Legião Urbana, Os Paralamas do Sucesso, and Titãs.

Legião Urbana, formed in Brasília in 1982, is considered one of the most influential bands in Brazilian rock history. Their lyrics addressed social issues and political topics and their music combined punk and pop rock. Their most famous songs include "Faroeste Caboclo" and "Pais e Filhos."

Os Paralamas do Sucesso, formed in Rio de Janeiro in 1982, is known for blending rock with reggae, ska, and Latin rhythms. Their music often addresses social and political issues in Brazil. Some of their biggest hits include "Meu Erro" and "Alagados."

Titãs, formed in São Paulo in 1982, is another popular Brazilian rock band known for incorporating various genres into their music, including punk, new wave, and MPB (Brazilian Popular Music). They have released several successful albums, including "Cabeça Dinossauro" and "Õ Blésq Blom."

There are many radio stations in Brazil that play rock music, including 89 FM A Rádio Rock and Kiss FM. 89 FM A Rádio Rock, based in São Paulo, is known for playing classic and contemporary rock and roll, as well as alternative rock. Kiss FM, also based in São Paulo, plays classic rock, hard rock, and heavy metal. Other stations, such as Antena 1, play a mix of rock and pop music.