Azymuth

Responsible for forging an entirely new sound by fusing jazz-funk with samba to create their unique genre samba doido, Azymuth are one of Brazil's most influential bands and undoubtedly one of the world's longest-running. Fifty years since their inception, the trio has released over thirty albums and continues to perform with the same energy and enthusiasm as their early days. Their latest album, Marca Passo, marks a significant milestone as it is the first studio album since the passing of founding drummer Ivan Mamão Conti in 2023, following that of keyboardist José Roberto Bertrami in 2012. Alex Malheiros, the sole remaining founding member, considers the preservation of the band's musical legacy a spiritual duty. He is joined on keyboards by the equally dedicated Dudu Viana, known for his collaborations with Roberto Menescal, Marcos Valle, and João Bosco. On drums is Renato Massa, who has collaborated with artists such as Marcos Valle and Ed Motta. Since their earliest recordings, Azymuth has always been much more than the sum of its members. Beyond their influence on jazz and funk, their contribution to global electronic music is undeniable. They have collaborated with artists like 4hero, Madlib, and Jazzanova, and their tracks have been remixed by luminaries such as Theo Parrish, Ron Trent, Global Communication, and Daniel Maunick.

Azymuth 2026 Line-Up:

Alex Malheiros - Bass Guitar

Dudu Viana - Keyboards

Renato Massa - Drums

Azymuth Live Videos:

'JAZZ CARNIVAL @ DEKMANTEL FESTIVAL (Instagram)'

'JAZZ CARNIVAL @ BOILER ROOM'

'DEAR LIMMERTZ @ NEW MORNING'

Responsible for forging an entirely new sound by fusing jazz-funk with samba to create their unique genre samba doido, Azymuth are one of Brazil's most influential bands and undoubtedly one of the world's longest-running. Fifty years since their inception, the trio has released over thirty albums and continues to perform with the same energy and enthusiasm as their early d