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1.Olodum has created a mix of the traditional rhythm of brazilian samba with merengue,salsa and reaggae for the brazilian carnival of 1986.

3.The Brazilian carnival is an annual celebration that takes place in Brazil, begins forty days before Easter, marking the beginning of Lent, with a variable date between February and March according to the year.

4.The music of Brazil is a living reflection of the cultural diversity of this country, with indigenous, African and European influences. In addition to samba and bossa nova, famous throughout the world, there are several paradigmatic genres that identify Brazilian music.

2.Olodum is widely recognized for having developed the musical style known as samba-reggae and for his active participation in the Brazilian Carnival every year.

5.This rhythm has become known as samba-reggae. Olodum's performance band has published their own albums and their songs have been performed on recordings of Brazilian music stars, such as Daniela Mercury and Ivete Sangalo.

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