(LONDON, UK – APRIL 30, 2025) – Beatport, the global leader in music for DJs, producers and their fans, continues to evolve its genre lineup with the introduction of Brazilian Funk as a standalone category on the platform. This update recognizes one of Brazil’s most dynamic and culturally rich musical exports: an electrifying genre born in the favelas, now resonating across global dance floors.
“Brazilian Funk is more than a genre – it’s a cultural force with deep electronic roots,” said Raphael Pujol, VP of Global Curation at The Beatport Group. “After witnessing its electrifying impact firsthand, we knew it was time to bring it to Beatport. As Funk’s influence spreads worldwide, we’re proud to provide a dedicated space for the DJs, artists and labels shaping its future. By launching Funk on Beatport, we aim to elevate the sound, amplify its creators and connect the global dance community with this powerful movement.”
Brazilian Funk draws inspiration from Miami bass, rap, disco and early electronic music, transforming these influences into a genre that’s unmistakably local. Built on rapid-fire percussion and 808s, Brazilian Funk has long served as a voice for marginalized communities while dominating the country’s street parties and charts alike. The genre spans vibrant substyles like Funk Carioca, Funk Mandelão, and Funk BH, each with its own distinct energy and regional flair, now all supported on Beatport. With support from leading artists, producers and labels such as DJ Rennan da Penha, DJ GBR, MC GW, Love Funk and ONErpm, Brazilian Funk’s arrival on Beatport marks a bold new chapter for the platform’s global soundscape.
Alongside the launch of Brazilian Funk as a new genre, Beatport is making its platform more accessible to users in Brazil. Subscriptions for Beatport and Beatsource streaming are now available in Brazilian Real, with prices reduced by up to 60%. The site will also automatically display in Portuguese for users in Brazil, and a new “Discover Brazil” page will spotlight the most exciting sounds and artists shaping the country’s electronic music scene.
About The Beatport Group
The Beatport Group is the worldwide home of music for DJs, producers, and their fans. Founded in 2004, The Beatport Group’s family of companies includes Beatport, the preeminent store for electronic music DJs, Beatsource for the open-format DJ community, Loopcloud and Plugin Boutique for music producers, ampsuite and LabelRadar for streamlining label management and demo submissions, and Beatport Media Group for brands and fans of DJ culture. The Beatport Group’s portfolio of products includes an array of high-quality audio solutions to choose from, including full song downloads, exclusive content from leading labels, a streaming music service seamlessly integrated into DJ software and hardware (Streaming), and exclusive sound packs and plugins. All of the content is expertly curated on a weekly basis by a global team that helps define DJ culture. With headquarters in LA and London, The Beatport Group’s teams reflect the culture they serve. A passionate collective of music professionals and technologists who serve the DJ and producer communities with pride.
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