as a global mecca of samba beats and latin moves, music rings out from every corner of rio de janeiro's tropical streets, with major shows and impromptu gigs springing up all over the city, there is a wealth of live acts to enjoy every night of the week.

live music implies that all instruments are being played at the time and no prerecorded sounds are used - being such a musical city, there is no shortage of live music in rio de janeiro.  live music in rio is an essential part of nightlife.