over time, new and old carioca artists become more mindful of each other, meeting into some very successful collaborative works, quickly spreading among the greater public - reviewers also learned to appreciate these smaller and newer names, thus helping the survival of several musical genres, some brazilian, and some international.

the moptop is one the best known bands of the carioca indie rock scene - born in 2003, the moptop climbed their way up through several musical events, until eventually opening the concerts for bigger bands - the moptop eventually got a contract with a major publisher, becoming one the great names of the brazilian alternative rock.

globo fm is a precious resource to keep informed on all new indie rock bands and events - we also have a section that serves as a quick guide listing of the best events and places to enjoy alternative music in rio de janeiro, on any night of the week.