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Pop Concert
Star performer

Rádio Macau

At Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval

Sintra

Mind the parking as there is not a lot and any function fills the streets nearby.
Arrive with at least 20-25 minutes to spare from any show, according to reviewer advice.

Four decades after forming in Sintra, the influential pop-rock band Rádio Macau launches its national tour where it all began, returning to the Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval stage to perform a catalogue spanning post-punk and new wave.

Friday, November 20

20€ to 25€

Rádio Macau

Portuguese pop‑rock band, 80s new wave/post‑punk, Sintra‑born

Headliner


Formed in 1983 in the suburbs of Sintra, Rádio Macau became one of Portugal’s most influential pop‑rock acts, blending post‑punk energy with new wave textures and a strong literary lyricism. Their debut self‑titled album (1984) introduced classics such as “Bom Dia Lisboa” and “A Noite”, while later releases like *O Elevador da Glória* (1987) and *O Rapaz do Trapézio Voador* (1989) cemented their reputation for innovative songwriting and a distinctive female frontwoman, Xana. The 20 November 2026 concert at Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval marks the opening of a national digressão, revisiting hits such as “O Anzol” and “Amanhã é Sempre Longe Demais”.

Xana

female vocalist and lyricist of Rádio Macau


Xana is the lead vocalist and principal lyricist of Rádio Macau, known for her distinctive voice that anchors the band’s blend of pop‑rock, post‑punk, and new wave. She has been a central figure in the group’s long‑standing career since its formation in 1983.

Flak

guitarist of Rádio Macau


Flak is the guitarist of Rádio Macau, contributing to the band’s signature sound since its early days in 1983.

Alex Cortez

bassist of Rádio Macau


Alex Cortez is the bassist of Rádio Macau, part of the core lineup that has defined the band’s musical identity since 1983.

Filipe Valentim

keyboardist of Rádio Macau


Filipe Valentim is the keyboardist of Rádio Macau, providing the electronic textures that complement the band’s rock foundation.

Samuel Palitos

drummer of Rádio Macau


Samuel Palitos is the drummer of Rádio Macau, completing the rhythm section that has supported the band’s performances for decades.

20€ to 25€

What are you into?

  • National tour kickoff
  • Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval stage
  • Four decades of music
  • Post-punk and new wave
  • Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval
  • Sintra

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