Foleada Tickets

Foleada is a Seattle-based collective delivering energetic Forró with Afro-Brazilian, samba, and baião influences. The group centers the vocals of Adriana Giordano and combines the accordion work of Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues with percussion by Jeff Busch and Sam Esecson, anchored by Michael Catts on bass. Since their debut, they’ve become a staple of Seattle’s Forró nights and regional festival stages, weaving traditional Brazilian rhythms with contemporary flair.

Formed to celebrate community through dance and live music, Foleada has earned recognition within the Pacific Northwest’s Brazilian cultural scene, performing at intimate clubs, Brazilian Festa Junina events, and high-profile festival venues in cities like San Francisco. Their self-released label FOLEADA supports a hands-on, artist-led approach to distribution and touring.

Explore Foleada’s journey from their single Balsa Da Neblina to the July 2024 release of Eu Vou Pra Lua, and plan to catch their infectious live shows—secure your seats for their upcoming Seattle performances and festival appearances.

Biographies of each member reflect a shared commitment to authentic Forró, blending regional Northeast Brazilian genres and modern performance sensibilities. Adriana Giordano lends expressive vocal lines that anchor the band’s sound, while the dual accordionists create dynamic melodies that propel the dance-friendly grooves. Percussionists Jeff Busch and Sam Esecson keep the rhythm tight, with Michael Catts providing a solid bass foundation. The group’s all-original material, bolstered by their 2024 album Eu Vou Pra Lua, showcases a cosmopolitan forró aesthetic that remains rooted in community dance culture.

Key discography highlights include the 2023 single Balsa Da Neblina and the 2024 album Eu Vou Pra Lua. Their touring footprint includes notable appearances at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco (2024) and frequent Forró showcases across the Pacific Northwest, including Seattle’s Sea Monster Lounge where they’ll perform in 2025. Follow Foleada to stay updated on tour dates and new releases.

• Upcoming 2025 Seattle performances: July 15, 2025 at Sea Monster Lounge; September 16, 2025 Noite Especial de Forró at Sea Monster Lounge
• Social channels: Instagram and Bandcamp pages for official updates and music samples