DJ Tahira

DJ Tahira is a renowned figure in the Brazilian music scene, known for his extensive collection and production of music rooted in African rhythms. His sets at prestigious events such as Glastonbury, Montreux Jazz Festival, and Boiler Room showcase an alternative trajectory for black Brazilian culture that emphasizes Afro-futurism over funk/soul aesthetics. His productions have been released by various labels including Concord Jazz, Musica Macondo, Bastard Jazz, Wonderwheel, and Hot Casa, among others. Tahira's work is heavily influenced by Brazilian, African, Latin, jazz, 70s funk, disco, and soul music. His two latest releases, "Doctor Stereo ‘Cumbia Perdida’ (Tahira Afro-Cumbia Remix)" and "Gilberto Gil ‘Toda Menina BAiana’ (Tahira Re-edit)", have garnered positive feedback from industry legends like Francois K, Gilles Peterson, and Gilberto Gil himself. Tahira's netlabel EBS Diggin promotes contemporary sounds from the Brazilian underground scene, with a focus on both traditional and electronic music. His monthly show EBS Podcast can be found online on Deep Beep, Groovalizacion, and Africa.FM.