José Afonso

José Afonso

1929-08-02 – 1987-02-23 (age 57) Aveiro, Portugal

Biography

Zeca Afonso is among the most influential folk and political musicians in Portuguese history. He became an icon in Portugal due to the role of his music in the resistance against the dictatorial regime of Oliveira Salazar. He is still widely listened to, not only in Portugal, but also abroad.

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Known For

No one Twice
No one Twice

1985

as Fisherman

O Meu Nome É...
O Meu Nome É...

1978

as Self (uncredited)

Torre Bela
Torre Bela

1977

as Self - Singer