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Hugo Soares

Luanda, Provincia de Luanda, Angola

Biography

Hugo Soares was born in Luanda (Angola) in 1974. He was raised in Brazil and Argentina after his family emigrated from Angola because of the war. A composer, guitarist and singer, his music fuses deep African roots with Brazilian influences. Hugo has lived in Barcelona since 1993 were he became friends with Clarence. The two of them used to play soul, reggae and African songs (including Pemba Laka) together in bars and in the streets of Barcelona. Hugo’s voice is one of the sweetest voices on earth– a great mix of joy and nostalgia.

Hugo about “Pemba Laka”:

Since I left Luanda (Angola), I always have memories in my mind and heart. With the passing of time memories became my conection with my culture an roots. Pemba Laka was one of the sounds from ower ganes an claping hands from childhood. I added a few chords to it and people around me were really liking the vibe of the song. One day I played the song to Mark Johnson and today I’m honoured to share with the world this great production by Playing For Change. Thanks to all and to the audience to make it posible thanks to your interest. One love.
Hugo Soares

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Querida Barcelona | Hugo Soares | Live Outside

Aug 24, 2021

Pemba Laka | Songs Around The World

Dec 31, 2015

Pemba Laka | Live Outside

Oct 17, 2010

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