Since 2001, Raí Saia Rodada have specialised in a modern brand of forró. They keep up with the Brazilian pop scene by deploying electronic beats and production techniques while utilising irreverent lyrics that befit looser social mores—without sacrificing the essence of forró tradition. The rhythm is an urgent call to move, and the vocals—especially Raí’s warm croon—carry the melody as much as the slinky accordion lines. While the mood swings from sultry energy to sweet romance, bursts of colour from the horn section emphasise this is a party band through and through.