Bike

Bike is a cornerstone of the contemporary Brazilian psychedelic scene, emerging from São Paulo in 2015. Their sound identity is defined by a 'shamanic' approach to rock, utilizing repetitive, hypnotic rhythms and dense layers of delay-heavy guitars.

While they share a lineage with the legendary Os Mutantes, Bike leans closer to the heavy, atmospheric textures of modern acts like The Black Angels or Tame Impala, albeit with a distinctively South American rhythmic sensibility. Their career arc shows a steady evolution from the garage-psych of '1943' toward the more complex, spiritual, and avant-garde explorations found on 'Quarto Templo' and 'Arte Bruta'. They gained significant international traction after being featured on Danger Mouse's 30th Century Records compilation, leading to extensive European tours and performances at major festivals like Primavera Sound. Critically, they are praised for their technical precision and their ability to translate esoteric, spiritual themes into accessible, groove-oriented rock. They represent the bridge between Brazil's psychedelic past and the global neo-psych movement.