Samba as a sign of cultural identity in Brazilian Popular Music

The emergence of Samba in Rio de Janeiro is explored as a key element of Brazilian identity, particularly during the 1930s, when it became intertwined with cultural production and economic policy. The study highlights the evolution of Afro-Brazilian culture from a marginalized status to a recognized part of national memory, influenced by affirmative action from the 1970s. It also addresses the complexities of racism and the discursive strategies developed to combat it, proposing a materialist theory of discourse that connects socio-historical contexts with Brazilian Popular Music during the Vargas Era.