Shoutout to 'Rhythm and Flow: Brazil'! Watch the Trailer and Meet the Participants of Netflix Brazil's First Musical Reality Show, Premiering on November 12

Rhythm and Flow: Brazil, Netflix's first Brazilian musical reality show, has just released its trailer and poster, giving a glimpse of what to expect from the competition among 18 participants that will crown a rising star in the national rap scene. Part 1, featuring four episodes, will be available on November 12. Part 2, with the final two episodes, premieres on November 19.

Rhythm and Flow: Brazil is the Brazilian version of the US show Rhythm & Flow and highlights the artistic growth of the participants throughout the competition. The winner will receive R$ 500,000 to launch their career as well as a spot on Season 5 of Sintonia.

Serving as judges are Djonga, from Belo Horizonte; Filipe Ret, from Rio de Janeiro; and sisters Tasha & Tracie, from São Paulo. Following the same format as the US, French and Italian versions, the reality show is shot in the three judges' hometowns, with a focus on the places that impacted their careers - Viaduto Santa Tereza (in Belo Horizonte), Tavares Bastos and Lapa (in Rio de Janeiro) and Cidade Tiradentes (in São Paulo).

The show also features 20 artists from the Brazilian scene: Azzy, Bob13, Dallas, Dexter, Ebony, FBC, Iza Sabino, Jottapê, Karol Conká, KL JAY, Laudz, Marcelo D2, Maru2D, MC Luanna, Negra Li, N.I.N.A, Sidoka, Vulgo FK, WIU, and Zegon. Each will support the artistic growth of the new crop of rap and trap artists taking part in the competition.

Meet the 18 participants of the competition:

Afrodite BXD

Rio de Janeiro

Afrodite is an artist from Baixada Fluminense in Rio de Janeiro, whose journey reflects the reality of many women from the periphery. Music entered her life as a refuge during tough times. Through slams, Afrodite began writing poetry. However, it was witnessing a young woman transform into a giant with the power of her voice during a battle that solidified the path she wanted to take. She started composing and recording her songs, capturing the attention of the audience. Today, in addition to developing her solo work, she writes for other artists and makes a living from music.

Cafiero

Belo Horizonte

Cafiero is originally from Belo Horizonte and spent his childhood living with his grandmother, who had a strong influence on his musical development. An uncle introduced him to rap battles, and he quickly became captivated. Back then, he would watch the battles in secret with his uncle and started writing rhymes at school. Over time, he gained the confidence to participate in competitions. His main musical style is trap, although he draws inspiration from artists across various genres. Cafiero dreams of making a living from music.

COLD JAS

Rio de Janeiro

COLD JAS was born in Angola and moved to Brazil at the age of 16 after living through a civil war. Since she was 12, she has been immersed in the culture of rap and afrobeat, despite being aware of the lack of support and space in a conservative country. In Brazil, she attended a nuns' school in Sorocaba and later studied Computer Engineering in Rio de Janeiro. However, her passion for the arts was sparked after some experiences as an extra. As an actress, she participated in the film Executive Order, invited by Lázaro Ramos. The name COLD JAS reflects her cool demeanor and emerged while she was taking an arts course in New York, where she had the opportunity to rap over afro beats.

Fúria

São Paulo

Gustavo, also known as Fúria na Voz, is from Jundiaí, São Paulo. He grew up in a family environment filled with music, especially samba. A few years ago, he moved to São Paulo to invest in his career, participating in the city's top rap battles.

Gabrelú

São Paulo

Gabrelú grew up in the countryside of São Paulo and had his first contact with the arts at a cultural center in the city of Votorantim. He dreamed of acting and dedicated himself intensely to studying performing arts. He studied Cinema, where he discovered the music scene, igniting his desire to compose his own songs. In 2023, he released his debut album. As a non-binary trans person, Gabrelú recognizes the lack of space in the music scene.

Guiu

Rio de Janeiro

Guiu was born in Teresópolis, Rio de Janeiro, and lives in a local community. Since his teenage years, he has been writing poetry and began participating in street battles after a cousin unexpectedly signed him up. After losing his first battle, Guiu decided he didn't want to experience defeat again and dedicated himself intensely to his development. Today, he is one of the top champions in his city, making a name for himself in the battle scene.

Jump

Rio de Janeiro

Jump got his name due to his background in athletics. His practice in long jump kept him away from crime and even earned him a scholarship to college. Raised by his godparents, he lost his father and other family members at a young age. Despite his dedication to sports, art always held a special place in his heart. It was in the evangelical church that he discovered his passion for singing, and in rap battles he began to express himself more authentically.

Maju

Belo Horizonte

Maju lives in Ouro Preto but was born in the city of Mariana. Since childhood, she has been influenced by music, especially by her father, who played guitar at home and hosted samba and MPB gatherings. Today, he remains one of her greatest supporters. A Philosophy student, she started her first productions during the pandemic. Now, she makes a living from cultural incentive grants and organizes an event in her city that energizes the local urban scene.

Maria Preta

São Paulo

Maria Preta was born and raised in the eastern zone of São Paulo, in Poá. After leaving home, she immersed herself in cultural occupations and traveled until the birth of her daughter, Solara Madalena. Although she doesn't yet make a living solely from music, she considers herself an artist in constant evolution.

MayronZZZ

Belo Horizonte

Mayron is originally from Paraisópolis, in the countryside of Minas Gerais. He is the middle child in a humble but very close-knit family. His father, from São Paulo, always listened to Racionais MC's. The battles of Emicida and Rashid sparked his interest in rap and rhymes. Now, with a studio set up in his room, Mayron produces his own music and dreams of shining in the national scene.

Muse Maya

Rio de Janeiro

Joana, known as Muse Maya, is from Maricá, in Rio de Janeiro's countryside. At 18, she moved to the capital to study theater while also starting her music career. Her interest in rap was sparked by her friend Sol. She uses her feelings and personal experiences as a source of inspiration for her work. Her main influences include rap, trap, pop, jazz, and R&B. Her goal is to be recognized for her talent and the impact of her music.

Muxima

Rio de Janeiro

Gustavo Toledo, known as Muxima, is from Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, and has four siblings, including a fraternal twin. His family practices African-rooted religions, and he grew up immersed in the rhythms of terreiro drumming. For a long time, he struggled with the shame of his stutter and took refuge in writing, believing that singing would never be a reality for him until he discovered rap battles. Today, Muxima dreams of gaining worldwide recognition and transforming his surroundings through his music.

Novak

Belo Horizonte

Novak was born, raised, and continues to live in the periphery of Belo Horizonte. From an early age, he was close to crime but never got involved thanks to hip-hop. A frequent participant in rap battles since he was young, he started creating his own compositions and performing in competitions. Over time, he gained recognition in the music scene of Minas Gerais. Today, in addition to his performances, he works in the studio he built at his community association.

OGCapitu

Belo Horizonte

Fabiana, known as OG Capitu, is a trapper from Belo Horizonte. "OG" stands for "original gostosa" ("original hot"), while "Capitu" references the character from Machado de Assis. She has been part of the rap scene for 7 years, starting her journey in graffiti and breaking dance. During this time, she developed a rap project in church, where she always wrote poetry. After leaving the church, she found her place in slam poetry and fell even more in love with urban poetry. Her experience of discovering hip-hop culture on the streets made her see herself as part of this movement and helped her understand much about herself. In 2018, with the help of a friend, she released her first trap track, marking the beginning of her career as OG Capitu. Her main goal is to have the resources to produce her work with complete creative freedom and to give more visibility to women in rap.

Ras

São Paulo

Ras is a rapper from Piracicaba, in the countryside of São Paulo. His family has a diverse range of musical influences: his grandparents are from the church and have always listened to gospel music, his cousins enjoy pagode, and his uncles play the violin and cello. From an early age, Raz developed a taste for music, but it was in rap that he truly found himself - despite his mother's initial resistance, as she didn't always understand the lyrics and their context. His biggest wish is to live off his art and sustain himself through rap.

RT Mallone

Belo Horizonte

Vitor, known as RT Mallone, has been rapping since 2012, when he started participating in rap battles. He has always had a connection to the stage and music, but it was in rap that he found the opportunity to be authentic and express his experiences. His interest in music began in church, where his mother is a pastor. With three albums released, his most listened-to track has already surpassed 1 million streams. He has collaborated with Bivolt and Santi, and is friends with Well and AKILLA.

RUI'f

São Paulo

RUI'f was born in Brasilândia, spent his teenage years in Vila Prudente, and now lives in Sacomã. He has always dedicated himself to his studies, preparing for when an opportunity would arise. Although he has always been connected to music, he never imagined it would be his path. Everything changed when a friend invited him to perform, a moment when he felt his life gain new colors. Since then, RUI'f has been producing his own music and climbing the ladder in his journey.

VICKIVI

São Paulo

VICKVI was born in Guarulhos, São Paulo. Her interest in music began during the peak of the pandemic when she dove into music production independently, with a special focus on rap. In her childhood, VICKVI found musical inspiration in her brother and grandfather, both of whom were always involved with the regional songs of Pernambuco. This cultural and familial heritage has influenced her path in music, which she has been pursuing with dedication and passion.

Rhythm and Flow: Brazil is an Endemol Shine Brasil production, directed by Cacá Marcondes and co-directed by Fábio Ock and Maristela Mattos.

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