Brazil Now

Brazil Now for Strum GS-2 is a modern guitar-strumming expansion created by Brazilian producer and keyboardist Thiago Pinheiro. The collection explores the contemporary landscape of Brazilian music and captures how traditional rhythms continue to evolve through new influences and production styles. Instead of focusing solely on globally recognized sounds like samba or bossa nova, the library highlights the diverse grooves currently heard on Brazil's music scenes – from radio hits and club tracks to energetic street celebrations in cities like Rio de Janeiro and Salvador.

The performances reflect a musical culture where heritage and experimentation coexist. Traditional rhythmic foundations are blended with elements from funk, rock, pop, and regional styles, resulting in patterns that feel both authentic and modern. Some performances evoke bright, festive atmospheres associated with Brazilian festivals, while others emphasize raw percussion, syncopated grooves, and driving rhythmic textures that mirror the pulse of modern urban music throughout the country.

The collection includes twelve distinct style categories built around guitar-focused performances and strumming patterns designed for immediate musical use. Each pattern is structured to naturally respond to user-played chord progressions, allowing producers and composers to access the rhythmic character of today's Brazilian music while maintaining full harmonic control. The result is a flexible toolkit that reflects the energy, diversity, and constant reinvention of Brazil's musical identity.