Brazilian recording artist, songwriter, singer, performing artist (1912–1989)
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Luiz Gonzaga do Nascimento (Exu, Pernambuco, December 13, 1912 — Recife, Pernambuco, August 2, 1989) was a prominent Brazilian folk singer, songwriter, musician and poet. Born in the countryside of Pernambuco, he is considered to be responsible for the promotion of Northeastern ("nordeste") music throughout the rest of the country. He is also known as the "king of baiao" and "Gonzagão". The son of a peasant and accordion player, he was attracted to the 8-bass accordion at an early age <a href="
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