Bia Ferreira

Bia Ferreira, a Brazilian singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, stands out for her innovative approach to combining Afrodiasporic rhythms – like soul, R&B, reggae and rap – with Brazilian music – such as samba and repente. She is known for her straightforward lyrics addressing important topics like necropolitics, racial quotas, anti-racism, women's rights, LGBTQIAP+ rights, and affection.

After hugely successful WOMEX 2023 showcase, Bia performed over 100 shows across 16 countries in the Americas, Europe, and Africa between 2023 and 2024, making her one of the most internationally active independent Brazilian artists of the period. Her concerts are known for their intensity, audience engagement, and emotional impact, leaving lasting impressions wherever she goes.

Bia sees art as her way of connecting with the world. She has released two albums: Igreja Lesbiteriana, Um Chamado (2019) and Faminta (2023). Faminta is a pivotal shift in her career, focusing on the transformative power of affection and covering a wide range of themes. Bia Ferreira's influence extends beyond music, as she has contributed to newspapers and radio shows and continues to evolve her lyrical focus toward solutions.