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José Afonso

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Artist information

Born in:Aveiro,
Portugal
Year of Birth:1929
Year of death:1987

Biography

(source: wikipedia)

José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos (2 August 1929 – 23 February 1987), known professionally as José Afonso and also popularly known as Zeca Afonso, was a Portuguese singer-songwriter. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Portugal's folk and protest music scene. His music played a significant role in the resistance against the dictatorial Estado Novo regime, making him an icon in Portugal.
Afonso's song "Grândola, Vila Morena" was used as a... more

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  • José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos
  • Zeca Afonso
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