Andre Matos: Learn how the Maestro of Rock wrote the song “Lisbon”
Six years after Andre Matos' death, relive a rare video that tells the origin story of the song "Lisbon". Watch it here.
Rock Month Promotion II: Win 1 kit with CDs from VIPER and Shaman and 1 vinyl record from João Gordo.
Wikimetal is giving away one kit containing items from Shaman, VIPER, and João Gordo in celebration of Rock Month.
Andre Matos, from VIPER to Angra and Shaman: 35 best songs from the Maestro of Rock
Discover the highlights of Andre Matos' career with a selection of the best songs from the Maestro of Rock; history and playlist here. Continue Reading →
Finally Home: Project featuring Shaman's music launches a series of acoustic videos.
The original Shaman lineup, from the years between 2007 and 2010, revisits the albums 'Immortal' and 'Origins' in a new acoustic album.
Former Shaman members release acoustic version of “Finally Home”; listen
After 15 years, former members of Shaman reunite to revisit songs from the albums 'Immortal' and 'Origins' in an acoustic release.
Hugo Mariutti is a guest on The Wikimetal Happy Hour this Thursday, the 13th.
Guitarist Hugo Mariutti is the guest on this Wednesday's episode of The Wikimetal Happy Hour; find out how to watch. Continue Reading →
Hugo Mariutti reveals solo song inspired by the end of Shaman: "Confusion"
The song from Hugo Mariutti's solo album, 'The Last Dance', emerged shortly after Shaman's breakup; learn more.
Andre Matos is celebrated in a tribute by Viper, Shaman, and part of Angra at Summer Breeze Brasil.
The tribute performance for Andre Matos was marked by technical problems, but moved the audience this Saturday, the 29th. Watch…
A Shaman fan offended by Ricardo Confessori speaks out: "He will face criminal charges."
Drummer Ricardo Confessori made homophobic slurs against a Shaman fan during a political discussion on social media. Continue Reading →
Alírio Netto speaks out after Ricardo Confessori's controversy and the end of Shaman.
Alírio Netto commented on the end of Shaman in a statement released on his social media. Read it here.
Shaman: Hugo Mariutti announces the end of the band.
According to Shaman's founder, Luis Mariutti, the reason for the band's breakup was the political stances of drummer Ricardo…
Heavy metal ballads: playlist brings together six hours of anthems.
Who said metal is just about fighting? Heavy metal ballads show that, contrary to popular belief, metal fans also have feelings – and those… Continue Reading →
Opera singer reacts to Andre Matos' vocals in "Fairy Tale": "He wanted to be remembered like this"
Accompanied by a million subscribers, Elizabeth Zharoff listened to Shaman for the first time and was surprised by Andre Matos in…
Shaman navigates between past and present in São Paulo with a show featuring 'Ritual' and 'Rescue'.
Shaman performed at Audio last Sunday, the 31st, with special guests and an extensive set featuring songs from the albums 'Ritual' and…
Shaman in São Paulo: Show will feature Rafael Bittencourt, Bruno Sutter and more.
Shaman performs at Audio this Sunday, the 31st, with 'Rescue' and 'Ritual' in their entirety on the setlist; learn more here. Continue Reading →
Shaman pays homage to Andre Matos in “Gone Too Soon” and releases music video.
Shaman has now released the music video for "Gone Too Soon," a song written by Alirio Netto in tribute to Andre Matos.
Shaman announces a show in São Paulo to play songs from the albums 'Rescue' and 'Ritual'; get your tickets!
Shaman will be playing a show in São Paulo, performing the albums 'Rescue' and 'Ritual' in their entirety. Learn more…
Shaman releases first album with Alírio Netto; listen to 'Rescue'
This Friday, the 15th, Shaman released their highly anticipated studio album 'Rescue', their first without Andre Matos and with Alírio Netto. Continue Reading →
Shaman releases new single “The 'I' Inside”; listen here
Shaman has released "The 'I' Inside," the second single from their new album 'Rescue.' The track was accompanied by a music video that…
Shaman and Noturnall announce their first joint tour.
Brazilian bands Shaman and Noturnall have announced their first joint tour, which will take them to 10 cities in Brazil between April and…
Luis Mariutti talks about how the work with Shaman is going, now with Alírio.
Luis Mariutt reveals to Wikimetal co-founder Nando Machado how the work with Shaman, now with Alírio Netto, is going. Continue Reading →
Luis Mariutti reveals which band inspired him to learn bass.
Luis Mariutti tells how he developed a taste for the bass and which band encouraged him to pursue the instrument. Watch it here!
Luis Mariutti recalls his participation in Rockgol and Andre Matos' nickname: "Muse"
Luis Mariutti, bassist for Shaman and former Angra member, reminisced about football matches on an MTV show during a conversation on The…
Luis Mariutti says the producer "cracked up" when he heard the first version of "Fairy Tale" performed by Andre Matos.
According to Luis Mariutti, "Fairy Tale," by Shaman, was originally written for Angra, but discarded for sounding too medieval. Continue Reading →
Shaman announces pre-order for new album 'Rescue'
In a live YouTube broadcast, Shaman confirmed that they are about to release their new studio album recorded in…
Shaman, Felipe Andreoli, and Dr. Sin are confirmed for Alírio Netto's solo show in São Paulo.
Alírio Netto debuts album 'All Things Must Pass' this Saturday, the 16th, in São Paulo with Shaman, Felipe Andreoli, Dr. Sin…
Andre Matos: The true face of the Maestro of Rock is celebrated in a documentary.
Andre Matos, a great icon of rock and heavy metal, has his story told in a moving documentary. Learn more here. Continue Reading →
Shaman announces the second edition of its online festival for Rock Day.
Shaman announced that on Rock Day, July 13th, the second edition of the online festival organized by… will take place.
Alírio Netto praises Shaman's 'RituAlive': "A milestone in the history of world heavy metal"
Shaman announced the re-release of the CD and DVD 'RituAlive' after 18 years, with a commemorative box set including a photobook, exclusive wine, and…
Shaman releases video for “For Tomorrow” in 'Lockdown Sessions' version; check it out!
This version of the track was recorded remotely by the band members as part of the 'Lockdown Sessions' series. Watch it! Continue Reading →