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Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Tatau Rugby Party & Concert is a dynamic force in Brazilian axé music, blending samba-reggae rhythms with Afro-Brazilian percussion to create high-energy carnival vibes. Born Gilson Menezes dos Santos Dorea on January 22, 1969, in Salvador, Bahia, Tatau first rose to fame as the lead vocalist of Ara Ketu, one of Brazil’s most celebrated groups. Since launching a solo recording career in 2008, he has continued to electrify audiences with a distinctive, infectious stage presence that keeps crowds dancing from the first beat to the encore.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Known for his robust live performances, Tatau has contributed as a songwriter for major Brazilian acts and built a devoted fanbase across Brazil and beyond. He remains a staple on festival and carnival circuits, delivering the party-ready anthems that define axé and samba-reggae traditions while injecting his own Afro-Brazilian percussion influences into the sound.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Upcoming tour activity highlights Tatau’s ongoing commitment to live music: Carnaval performances in Salvador’s Campo Grande Osmar, headlining summer shows in Salvador, Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte appearances, and participation in Afropunk Brasil 2025. For fans looking to secure seats, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date availability across venues. Follow Tatau for official updates via his site and social channels listed below.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Tatau Rugby Party & Concert

Biography: Tatau, birth name Gilson Menezes dos Santos Dorea, was born January 22, 1969 in Salvador, Bahia. He rose to fame as the vocalist of Ara Ketu and began a solo recording career in 2008.
Genre & style: Axé music with samba-reggae roots; known for energetic carnival performances and Afro-Brazilian percussion influences.
Career highlights: Led Ara Ketu (1989–2008 and later rejoined briefly); won early in his career as a Cantor Revelação in 1994; contributed as a songwriter for major Brazilian acts, including Ivete Sangalo, Sorriso Maroto, and others.
Awards/achievements: Cantor Revelação (1994) with Ara Ketu; Ara Ketu Ao Vivo diamonds and other accolades during the band’s peak years.
2025 activity: Appeared at Carnaval events in Salvador (Campo Grande Osmar) in March 2025, headlined a Mercado Modelo summer show in Salvador (January 23, 2025), performed at Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte (August 22, 2025), and participated in Afropunk Brasil 2025.
Social media: Official site listed (tattau.com.br); social handles appear via Linktree and major music platforms.

The records

Tatau Rugby Party & Concert Discography

Só as Minhas, Pt. 1.3
2024 · Unknown
Só as Minhas, Pt. 1.2
2024 · Unknown
Só as Minhas, Pt. 1.1
2024 · Unknown
Macaco Sessions: Tatau Vol. 2 (Ao Vivo)
2021 · Unknown
E La Vou Eu 30 Anos, Vol. 1 - Carnaval 2020
2020 · Unknown
Macaco Sessions: Tatau (Ao Vivo)
2019 · Macaco Gordo
Axé 90 Graus Ao Vivo
2018 · Unknown
Memórias Ao Vivo (CD)
2016 · Unknown
Memórias Ao Vivo (DVD)
2016 · Unknown
Verão 2016 ao Vivo
2016 · Unknown
Formas e Formas
2008 · Deckdisc
Ara Ketu (Álbum)
2001 · CD
Vida
2000 · CD
Araketu
2001 · CD
Obrigado a Você
2003 · CD
Ara Ketu 25 Emoções
2004 · CD

The hits

Top Tatau Rugby Party & Concert Songs

Carta Branca
2000 · No. 9 (Brazil)
Mal Acostumada (Ao Vivo)
1998 · No. 14 (Brazil)
Tá na Cara (Ao Vivo)
1998 · No. 60 (Brazil)
Pipoca (Ao Vivo)
1997 · No. 56 (Brazil)

Biography

Tatau, born Gilson Menezes dos Santos Dorea in Salvador, Bahia, emerged as a defining voice in axé music during the late 1980s. He fronted Ara Ketu from 1989 to 2008, guiding the group through its peak years and earning recognition as a Cantor Revelação in 1994. After leaving Ara Ketu, he launched a solo career in 2008, continuing to fuse samba-reggae roots with energetic carnival flavors. His career is marked by prolific songwriting for other Brazilian artists, broadening his influence beyond his own performances.

Discography Highlights

Ara Ketu: Classic albums and live recordings during the late 1990s and early 2000s, including notable collaborations and charting singles.
Solo projects since 2008: Releases that showcase a blend of axé and Afro-Brazilian percussion, with festival-ready tracks and upbeat anthems for dance floors.
Songwriting for major acts: Contributions to works by Ivete Sangalo, Sorriso Maroto, and other prominent Brazilian performers, highlighting his versatility as a writer and performer.

Upcoming Tour Info

Tatau remains active on the Brazilian festival and touring circuit. Recent 2025 appearances include Carnaval events in Salvador (Campo Grande Osmar) in March, a Mercado Modelo summer show in Salvador on January 23, 2025, Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte on August 22, 2025, and participation in Afropunk Brasil 2025. For the latest tour dates and ticket availability, secure your seats through our platform as soon as new dates are announced. Each show is treated as a standalone event to ensure clear, up-to-date listings.

Social and Official Links

Official site: tattau.com.br

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