Raimundos
Raimundos · 1994
39 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy infused with Brazilian cultural elements and witty, irreverent lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Puteiro em João Pessoa — This track encapsulates the band's raw energy and humor while addressing social themes with an unfiltered approach, making it a standout opener.
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Rapante — With its fast-paced rhythm and catchy chorus, this song showcases the band's ability to blend punk aggression with playful lyricism, representing their unique sound.
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Cajueiro & Rio das Pedras — This track highlights the band's regional influences by incorporating traditional Brazilian sounds into a punk framework, demonstrating their innovative style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends hardcore punk with Brazilian elements, showcasing unique lyrical content and energetic compositions.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature rapid shifts in dynamics, alternating between aggressive punk riffs and moments of melodic interlude.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- brief energetic bursts throughout
- playful irreverence and humor
- for party environments
- quick tracks for casual listening
- front-loaded excitement and energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer immersive experiences
- avoid raw and chaotic sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Raimundos' self-titled debut album released in 1994 marked their emergence as significant figures in the Brazilian punk scene. At this point, they were transitioning from local notoriety to national recognition, having already built a following through energetic live performances and underground releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Planet Hemp· O Rappa· Sepultura
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Puteiro em João Pessoa 3:08
- 2 Palhas do coqueiro 1:59
- 3 MM's 2:00
- 4 Minha cunhada 1:21
- 5 Rapante 3:03
- 6 Carro forte 1:30
- 7 Nega Jurema 1:53
- 8 Deixei de fumar cana caiana 1:31
- 9 Cajueiro & Rio das Pedras 2:30
- 10 Bê a bá 2:31
- 11 Bicharada 1:37
- 12 Marujo 2:32
- 13 Cintura fina 2:35
- 14 Selim 4:14
- 15 Puteiro em João Pessoa II 3:10
- 16 Selim acústico 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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