Metal Mineiro

Metal mineiro is a subgenre of heavy metal that originated in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. The sound is characterized by a blend of traditional heavy metal with elements of Brazilian folk music, including the use of percussion instruments such as the tamborim and cuíca. The lyrics often deal with social and political issues, as well as the culture and history of Minas Gerais. The music is often associated with a sense of pride in regional identity.