Pollo (sometimes stylized as POLLO) is a

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formed in 2010 in

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by the MCs Luiz Tomim (also known as “Tomim”), Adriel de Menezes (also known as "AdR"), and DJ Kalfani. The band found fame with its hit “Vagalumes”, which has had over 30 million views on

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. In September 2013, after the disappearance of Adriel Luis Tomim, DJ Kalfani and Luiz Tomim announced they were fulfilling the touring schedule and commitments until 31 December 2013, when they would disband and stop performing. Three days later, after a decision by the remaining band members, Adriel stated that the band would not discontinue.

Biography

2011-2012: Vim Pra Dominar o Mundo

The group was originally formed in 2010, recording and writing entirely in a home production environment, and distributing their music via the Internet. The first song which was professionally studio recorded was "Trama", in 2010. Pollo became known on the Internet for the song "Zica do Bagui", from collaborator

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. In 2012, they announced a new member, DJ Kalfani, son of KL Jay from

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. In 2012, the group released the clips "Trama", "Pirituba City", "As Quatro", "Buxixos & Simpatias", and "Vagalumes". According to Brasil Hot Airplay, the song "Vagalumes" was one of the most requested songs on radio. It was also included in the soundtrack of

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's telenovela ''

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''. With the participation of singer Ivo Mozart, the song was nominated in, and won, the categories of best song and music video of the year. The song currently has over 30 million views on

. In the same year, the band released their first album titled "Vim Para Dominar o Mundo" which could be downloaded for free on

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2013–present

In 2014, the band released a new album, under the label

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, called "777".

Discography

Albums

* ''Vim Pra Dominar o Mundo'' (2012) * ''777'' (2014)

Singles

* "Vagalumes" (featuring Ivo Mozart) * "Zika do Bagui" (with

) * "Piritubacity" * "As Quatro" * "Trama" * "Buxixo & Simpatia" * "Exceção da Regra" * "Fiesta Muy Loka" * "Vim Pra Dominar O Mundo"(feat Terra Preta)

Music videos

References

External links

* {{Official website, http://www.issoepollo.com.br/ Brazilian hip-hop groups Musical groups established in 2010 Musical groups from São Paulo 2010 establishments in Brazil