Oruã Keep Things Unique with Their “Deus-Dará” Single & Video Premiere

A lot of musical artists will claim that when they write new music, anything is on the table, but very few of them actually execute that to the degree that Oruã does. The band returns today with the debut of the music video for their latest song, “Deus-Dará.” It’s the first single from their forthcoming new album Slacker, set for release October 24th via K. If this track is anything, it’s original and very truly unique. You’re not going to listen to this song and go think, “Oh yeah, this song reminds me of this band, that band, that song, etc.”

This is a unique concoction of rock n’ roll from influences spread across the spectrum of the genre. “Deus-Dará” feels modern, but there are so many classic influences in play, as well. There’s a heavy psychedelic aspect to the guitar playing, but you can also hear the noise rock elements. It’s a hodgepodge of different styles that fit beautifully together.

Oruã’s new album Slacker will act as the follow-up to their 2024 LP PASSE. The band has been a foundational element of the Brazilian underground scene for many years now. It’s largely due to their experimental sound that has proven adaptable and resilient. One of their biggest fans happens to be Built to Spill frontman Doug Martsch, who discovered them in 2019. He was so taken with the band that he asked singer and guitarist Lê Almeida and synth specialist João Casaes to become temporary members of Built to Spill. They helped record, produce, and mix Built to Spill’s most recent record, When the Wind Forgets Your Name.

Oruã’s songs are extremely improvisational. That comes as no surprise considering the band emerged in improvisational jam sessions. These sessions would take place at Escritório, an underground creative and community space that the band members all frequented in Brazil. In hashing out their sound, the band would mix repetitive bass lines, electric phrases, and indie rock guitar solos. Add in a bunch of feedback, and you have a sound like no other. It’s guitar-based music, but not in any traditional sense. Oruã has taken the modern pop songwriting routine, turned it on its head, and come up with one of the most unique sounds you will hear this year.

Oruã “Deus-Dará” single artwork