Orquestra Backstage Joins Tropical Diaspora Records with Electrifying Fusion Single "Sentido Figurado"
Berlin / Olinda / Recife, July 2025 – Tropical Diaspora Records is thrilled to welcome the groundbreaking Brazilian ensemble Orquestra Backstage to its roster with the explosive new single, "Sentido Figurado."
Hailing from Pernambuco, Orquestra Backstage embodies the very essence of cultural fusion. Since 2008, they have masterfully blended the raw, pulsating rhythms of Northeast Brazil—like frevo, forró, and maracatu—with a deep love for global sounds, from Afrobeat and reggae to rock and jazz. Their mission is not just to play music, but to ignite a dialogue between their homeland's heritage and the world's rhythms.
"Sentido Figurado" is a perfect testament to this vision. The track is an instrumental whirlwind where a reggae foundation accelerates into the breakneck pace of frevo, all driven by a powerful brass section and the relentless energy of rock. It’s a unique sound that stormed the carnival streets of Olinda and now ready to captivate a global audience.
This partnership is a natural fit. Tropical Diaspora Records, founded in Berlin, is dedicated to mapping musical connections across continents—a concept Orquestra Backstage has lived for years. They continue the legacy of Pernambuco's innovative music scene, echoing the Afrociberdelia of Chico Science while forging a new path entirely.
"Sentido Figurado" is available now on all digital platforms via Tropical Diaspora Records. This single is the first preview of the band's upcoming album of original music, promising more of their unique sound that makes crowds frever (a fervor to dance).