: Known for his massive, gritty voice and erratic personality, he became a legend in the 1970s and 80s before passing away in 1998. Maía (Mónica Andrea Vives Orozco)
Tim Maia (1942–1998) was a foundational figure in Brazilian music, credited with introducing to the country. Often called the "godfather of Brazilian soul," his style blended Motown-inspired arrangements with traditional Brazilian rhythms like samba and baião. MAIA TI BANDA
: After a stint in the United States in the early 1960s—where he learned English and immersed himself in American soul—he returned to Brazil to pioneer "samba-rock". : Known for his massive, gritty voice and