Babado Novo

One of the most popular axé groups of Brazil, Babado Novo takes a pop romântico approach to the style. Formed in 2001 in Salvador, Bahia, Babado Novo was originally comprised of Cláudia Leitte (vocals), Sérgio Rocha (musical director, guitar), Buguelo (drums), Alan Moraes (bass), Luciano Pinto (keyboards), Nino Bala (percussion), and Durval Luz (percussion). The band released its self-titled debut album in 2003 and scored a major hit with "Amor Perfeito"; other hits from Babado Novo include "Canudinho" and "Cai Fora." In the midst of this breakthrough success, Universal Music ...