14 Bis is a Brazilian pop-rock band. The band took it's name from Santos-Dumont's 14 Bis aeroplane. This page refers to the year 1979. ... A music genre is a category (or genre) of pieces of music that share a certain style or basic musical language (van der Merwe 1989, p. ... MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) is a specific musical genre of Brazilian popular music that employs sophisticated lyrics, melodies, and harmonies in which the commercial aspect is subordinate to the performers artistic standards. ... Rock is a form of popular music, usually featuring vocals (often with vocal harmony), electric guitars, and a strong back beat; other instruments, such as the saxophone, are common in some styles, however saxophones have been omitted from newer subgenres of rock music since the 90s. ... Progressive rock (sometimes shortened to prog rock or prog) is a subgenre of rock music which arose in the late 1960s, reached the peak of its popularity in the 1970s, and continues as a musical form to this day. ... Santos-Dumont in his trademark Panama hat. ... (Redirected from 14 Bis) Santos-Dumont in his trademark Panama hat. ...

The band was formed in 1979 on the state of Minas Gerais, when the members of two bands, O Terço and Bendegó decided to merge. Flávio Venturini and Vermelho, two founding members of 14 Bis, were also members of the Clube da Esquina band. This page refers to the year 1979. ... Flag of Minas Gerais See other Brazilian States Capital Belo Horizonte Largest City Belo Horizonte Area 586,528. ... The Clube da Esquina (in English Corner Club) is a genre of Brazilian music, originating in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. ...

The musical genre of 14 Bis is quite varied. The band always mentioned The Beatles as one of their major influence. Nevertheless, Brazilian Folk and Popular Music (MPB) is a strong element in many of 14 Bis compositions . The influence of progressive rock such as Emerson Lake and Palmer is also quite evident in many of its compositions, such as in their use of analog keyboards and complex vocal arrangements. The Beatles (1958-1970) were an English music group from Liverpool who were the most critically acclaimed, commercially successful artists of their time[1][2]. They continue to be held in the highest esteem for their artistic achievements, their huge commercial success, their groundbreaking role in the history of popular... MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) is a specific musical genre of Brazilian popular music that employs sophisticated lyrics, melodies, and harmonies in which the commercial aspect is subordinate to the performers artistic standards. ... Progressive rock (sometimes shortened to prog rock or prog) is a subgenre of rock music which arose in the late 1960s, reached the peak of its popularity in the 1970s, and continues as a musical form to this day. ... ELP can also stand for Extra Long Play, a format for the VCR tape. ...

The group reached the peak of their success during the eighties with notable compositions and performance of popular brazilian songs. Due to the mild, often happy and soothing theme of many of its compositions, the band was quite popular among children.

Notable Songs

• Caçador de Mim
• Canção da América (Unencounter)
• Linda Juventude
• Planeta Sonho
• Todo Azul do Mar

Discography

• 14 Bis (1979)
• 14 Bis II (1980)
• Espelhos das Águas (1981)
• Além Paraíso (1982)
• A Idade da Luz (1983)
• A Nave Vai (1985)
• Ao Vivo (1987)
• Sete (1987)
• Quatro por Quatro (1993)
• Siga o Sol (1996)
• Bis Acústico (1999)
• Boca Live e 14 Bis Ao Vivo (2000)
• Outros Planos (2004)

External links

• Official Website (in Portuguese)