Anitta Features Indigenous Rappers Brô MC’s and Katú Mirim on 'EQUILIBRIVM II'
Brazilian artist Anitta has announced that her upcoming album, 'EQUILIBRIVM II,' will feature the indigenous rap group Brô MC’s, recognized as the first indigenous rap group in Brazil. The album's 12th track, titled 'OKE,' will also include indigenous rapper Katú Mirim. This song is scheduled for digital release on Thursday, November 23rd, at 9 PM Brasília time. Anitta revealed the full tracklist and guest artists on her Instagram on Monday, November 20th.
Brô MC’s, formed in 2009, comprises Bruno Veron, Clemerson Batista, Kelvin Mbaretê, Jhonis, and CH MC. The group utilizes rap to address their lived experiences, challenge stereotypes, and promote the culture of the Guarani and Kaiowá peoples. They have previously participated in significant national and international events, including the Latin Grammy Awards, the G20 summit, Global Citizen, and Rock in Rio. The group's members have been identified as Tio Creb, CH, Bruno Veron, and Kelvin Mbaretê.
'EQUILIBRIVM II' is the second installment of Anitta's project, following the release of the first part in April of this year. The album boasts a diverse range of collaborators, including international stars like Shakira, alongside Brazilian artists such as Marina Sena, Liniker, Luedji Luna, Rincon Sapiência, Ponto de Equilíbrio, Os Garotin, Melly, Ebony, and Emanazul. Teaser images for the album show Anitta in natural settings.
This collaboration highlights a strategic integration of indigenous artists into mainstream Brazilian music, potentially broadening the appeal of Anitta's album and providing a significant platform for Brô MC’s and Katú Mirim. Such partnerships can serve to amplify marginalized cultural voices, fostering greater visibility and appreciation for indigenous artistic expression within the national and international music landscape. The inclusion of diverse cultural elements in major artistic projects reflects evolving market dynamics that increasingly value authenticity and representation. This approach may also position Anitta as an artist attuned to contemporary social and cultural currents, potentially enhancing her brand's resonance with a wider, more socially conscious audience in the coming decade.
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