Sambalanço (Samba rock) band Trio Mocotó was formed in São Paulo, Brazil in
1968. Founded by drummer / vocalist João Parahyba, guitarist / vocalist Luiz
Carlos Fritz (Fritz Escovão), and percussionist / vocalist Nereu Gargalo, the
three musicians met at the Jogral nightclub in São Paulo while they backed local
and international performers who would perform at the club. Singer, songwriter,
and guitarist Jorge Ben performed there regularly, and the three musicians
eventually became Jorge’s backing band. Trio Mocotó performed on several of
Jorge Ben’s albums including Fôrça Bruta (1...