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| Tropkillaz | |
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| Name | Tropkillaz |
| Origin | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Genres | Bass, Electronic, Dubstep, Trap, Funk carioca |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Members | André Laudz, Zegon |
| Labels | Mad Decent, Owsla, Baco Records |
Tropkillaz is a Brazilian DJ and production duo formed by André Laudz and Zegon, noted for fusing Brazilian music traditions with global electronic dance music trends. They emerged from the São Paulo scene and gained international attention through releases on labels associated with artists like Diplo, Skrillex, and Major Lazer. Their work intersects with movements around funk carioca, reggaeton, and bass music, attracting collaborations across continents.
Laudz and Zegon met within the São Paulo music ecosystem where connections to entities such as Suba (musician), Planet Hemp, Mãolee, DJ Marlboro, and venues like Bar Secreto (São Paulo) shaped early networks. Zegon had prior ties to DJ Zegon projects and collective activities related to Charlie Brown Jr. and Nação Zumbi scenes, while Laudz worked with crews linked to Baile Funk organizers and labels connected to Vila Madalena nightlife. Their partnership was influenced by exchanges with international figures including Diplo, Steve Aoki, A-Trak, and Rusko during festival circuits such as Lollapalooza Brasil, SXSW, Ultra Music Festival, and Tomorrowland Brasil.
Their production blends elements from funk carioca pioneers like MC Créu, DJ Marlboro, and Sergio Ricardo with bass-driven aesthetics from dubstep innovators such as Benga, Skream, and Rusko. Tropkillaz integrate rhythmic traits associated with samba, bossa nova heritage via touchpoints like Tom Jobim, João Gilberto, and Caetano Veloso, while adopting global urban sounds tied to reggaeton artists like Daddy Yankee and Tego Calderón. Electronic lineage from Daft Punk, The Chemical Brothers, Aphex Twin, and club culture around Fabric (club) and Ministry of Sound also informs their sonic palette. They cite cross-genre producers including Diplo, Skrillex, Major Lazer, and A-Trak as collaborative or inspirational referents.
Tropkillaz debuted with singles and EPs distributed through independent outlets and soon released tracks on labels associated with Mad Decent, OWSLA, and Brazilian imprints like Baco Records. Notable releases have been circulated on compilations alongside artists such as Major Lazer, Dillon Francis, Baauer, and Flosstradamus. Their discography includes singles that charted on regional playlists curated by platforms linked to Spotify, SoundCloud, and Beatport, and received airplay on stations related to Radar (Brazilian radio), NTS Radio, and festival promos for Rock in Rio. Releases were promoted via interviews with outlets connected to Rolling Stone Brazil, Billboard Brasil, Red Bull Music Academy, and VICE Brasil.
The duo produced collaborations with vocalists and producers from scenes including Anitta, Pabllo Vittar, MC Fioti, and international artists such as Diplo, A-Trak, Skrillex, and Benny Benassi. Their remix work spans reinterpretations of tracks by Baauer, M.I.A., Calvin Harris, The Prodigy, and Brazilian icons like Gilberto Gil and Sepultura members. They have been commissioned for reworks tied to events organized by Nike, Adidas, Red Bull, and media campaigns with Columbia Records affiliates, placing them in creative networks intersecting with Sony Music Brazil and Warner Music Brasil.
Tropkillaz performed at major festivals and venues including Lollapalooza Brasil, Rock in Rio, Ultra Music Festival, Sónar, and regional circuits across Latin America, North America, and Europe. Their touring history features club residencies and one-off shows in cities like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, London, Berlin, Los Angeles, New York City, Barcelona, Paris, and Tokyo. They have shared stages with acts such as Major Lazer, Diplo, The Chainsmokers, Skrillex, and Dillon Francis, and participated in curated lineups for promoters like Cirque du Soleil Music, Live Nation, and AEG Presents.
Tropkillaz received recognition from Brazilian and international media outlets, appearing in year-end lists by Rolling Stone Brazil, Billboard Brasil, and program features on MTV Brasil. They have been nominated for industry acknowledgments associated with festivals like Lollapalooza Brasil and awards connected to APCA (Associação Paulista de Críticos de Arte), and their productions have been licensed for sync placements in campaigns by brands such as Red Bull and Nike. Their influence is noted in scholarship and reportage concerning funk carioca's global dissemination and contemporary electronic music dialogues.
Category:Brazilian musical duos Category:Electronic music groups