Stars
such as the Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, the Black Eyed Peas, Lenny
Kravitz, David Guetta, Stevie Wonder, and Roberto Carlos have all
performed at free concerts on Copacabana or Ipanema beach -
gathering huge crowds and enjoying spectacular success. Every new
year's eve, a variety of free concerts are organized in several
locations across Rio de Janeiro, welcoming both performers and
audiences from all over the world.
Local, national, or
international singers and musicians, are always given much respect
and attention - several important streets, avenues and parks in Rio
de Janeiro are named after Carioca musical leaders, who are highly
regarded as legends and inspirations.
Antonio Carlos
Jobim, writer of 'Garota de Ipanema,' possibly the most world-famous
song composed in the city, is revered by welcoming every visitor in
and out of Rio de Janeiro's territory, as the local international
airport is named after him. One of the most traditional streets in
the landmark district of Ipanema is named in honor of Vinícius de
Moraes, co-author of the same song.