José Afonso
José Afonso was a revered Portuguese singer-songwriter and one of the most significant figures in Portuguese music, particularly known for his role in the folk music revival and political songs during the Salazar regime. His work has had a lasting impact on the music landscape of Portugal and inspired countless artists, including Cláudia Sofia, who draws influences from his rich musical legacy.
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Cristina Branco's album pays tribute to José Afonso's work.
O que fazer? Sexta é dia de dança, cogumelos e guitarradas | Lazer
Portugal· 2026-03-06
José Afonso was a Portuguese singer.
Efemérides del 23 de febrero: ¿Qué pasó en el mundo un día como hoy?
Peru· 2026-02-23
José Afonso's albums were published by the Transmédia label directed by Nuno Rodrigues.
Morreu Nuno Rodrigues, fundador da Banda do Casaco | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-12-14
José Afonso is a significant Portuguese composer whose work is central to understanding the history of Portuguese music.
Luca Argel calça (e toca) as Tamanquinhas de José Afonso nos 38 anos da AJA | PRECPortugal· 2025-11-14
José Afonso is celebrated for his performance at the Coliseu dos Recreios in Lisbon, where he engaged the audience in a communal singing experience.
Em tempos duros, o Teatro Experimental do Porto volta-se para um farol: José Afonso | TeatroPortugal· 2025-11-06Cristina Branco dedicated her album to the work of José Afonso.
Cristina Branco canta as mulheres que escuta em Zeca | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-10-24
José Afonso, 56, an emigrant in Portugal, expresses his frustration over the unprecedented power outages during his vacation.
Três semanas de apagões comprometem famílias e negócios na Praia
Cabo Verde· 2025-09-16
José Afonso's work was celebrated in the previous edition of the concert series.
Música está de volta à Casa da Cerca em Almada com quatro concertos para este Outono | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-09-11
José Afonso is referenced as a significant figure of the April Revolution in Portugal.
O que fazer? Terça é dia de ver casinhas de bonecas e O Que Faz Falta | LazerPortugal· 2025-09-02
José Afonso's poem was transformed into a song and is central to the history presented at the Museu de Grândola.
O que fazer neste fim-de-semana? Andar entre cestos e gaiteiros | LazerPortugal· 2025-08-02
José Afonso's work classification process is on the verge of being archived.
Associação José Afonso vai contestar arquivamento da classificação da obra | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-07-18José Afonso's work was archived due to the expiration of the classification process.
Arquivada classificação da obra de José Afonso, confirma Diário da República | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-07-09
José Afonso is referenced as a significant figure in the context of the 25 de Abril revolution.
O que fazer? Terça é dia de Rufus e confissões | LazerPortugal· 2025-07-01
José Afonso is a notable Portuguese singer whose work is being reissued.
Como Se Fora Seu Filho, para reouvir o “desencanto irónico” de José Afonso | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-06-18
José Afonso is noted as a significant figure of the April Revolution in Portugal.
O que fazer? Terça é dia de ver obras de arte e antiguidades | LazerPortugal· 2025-05-13
The documentary's title may misleadingly suggest it is about José Afonso.
Onde Está o Zeca?: “Está em todo o lado, está em nós”, diz Tiago Pereira | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-04-23
José Afonso's songs are featured in the programming celebrating Camões.
Teatro Nacional de São Carlos leva Camões a Lisboa, Sintra e Rio de Janeiro | MúsicaPortugal· 2025-04-15
The album features musicians like José Afonso.
Cláudia Sofia lança primeiro álbum "Mais Uma Melodia"Cabo Verde· 2025-03-25
