José Afonso

Known for Sound

José Afonso
Born August 2, 1929
Died February 23, 1987
Place of Birth Aveiro, Portugal

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.