Edson Gomes (born September 3, 1955), is a Brazilian

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singer and songwriter. Gomes' musical style is heavily influenced by other

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artists, such as

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. Edson Gomes is regarded within Brazil as the biggest Brazilian reggae singer in the country, and his career has spanned 50 years. English interpretations and translations of his music are available on the

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Discography

* ''Malandrinha'' * ''Árvores'' * ''Na Sombra da Noite'' * ''Campo de Batalha'' * ''Criminalidade''

References

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