Sunday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – The Foo Fighters arrive in Rio tonight to perform live at the famous soccer (football) stadium, Estádio do Maracanã.
The American rock band, fronted by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl, was formed by Grohl in 1994 in Seattle, Washington, USA following the death Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain.
What began as a solo, one-man project grew into a band, with current members including Chris Shiflett on lead guitar, Pat Smear on rhythm guitar, Nate Mendel on bass and Taylor Hawkins on drums.
Since their formation, the Foo Fighters have released eight studio albums and have had hits with songs that include “Learn to Fly”, “All My Life”, “Everlong“, “Best of You”, “The Pretender“, and “These Days”, among others.
They are stopping in Rio tonight as part of the ongoing Sonic Highways World Tour. The tour is taking place in support of their eighth album Sonic Highways, which was released in November of last year.
LIVE:
Foo Fighters (Maracanã)
The Foo Fighters arrive at Rio’s Estádio do Maracanã tonight to perform live as part of their Sonic Highways World Tour.
Estádio do Maracanã – 8PM
Rua Professor Eurico Rabelo, Maracanã
Entrance: R$200-R$600
OTHER:
Carnival 2015 Samba School Technical Rehearsals (Santo Cristo)
It’s time for another night of Carnival 2015 samba school technical rehearsals and that means that tonight two more samba schools will head to Sambódromo to practice in preparation for their upcoming parades. Beija-Flor de Nilópolis will hold their practice first at 8PM and Acadêmicos do Grande Rio will follow at 9:30 PM. Technical rehearsals are free and open to the public and while they do not include full costume and completed floats, they are still a great opportunity to preview each schools parade and to hear their samba-enredo (samba theme song) chosen for this year.
Sambódromo – 8PM and 9:30 PM
Rua Marquês de Sapucaí, Santo Cristo
Entrance: Free
CLUBS:
Sundae Tracks (Botafogo)
The Sundae Tracks party is back again at Casa da Matriz in Botafogo tonight. Helping to end your weekend on a high note, DJ Melvin will spin the best of indie rock and pop on the first floor, while special guest DJs will take to the decks on the second floor during the night.
Casa da Matriz – 11PM
Rua Henrique de Novaes 107, Botafogo – Tel: (21) 2226-9691 / (21) 2266-1014
Entrance: R$25-R$40
Nêga (Copacabana)
The Nêga party is back at Fosfobox in Copacabana tonight and that means DJs spinning the best of hip-hop and pop all night long.
Fosfobox – 11PM
Rua Siqueira Campos 143, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2548-7498
Entrance: R$20-R$40
Duo (Gávea)
It’s Sunday and that means it’s time to end your weekend with the best of house and electro pop at Duo in Gávea’s 00 (Zero Zero). The party begins early at 5PM and continues in the chic indoor/outdoor venue until 5AM. Things usually get started on the outdoor deck with DJs Fabiano Pax and Marcia Bertonni and then gradually shift inside where DJs Mor Rafael Calvente and Dri Toscano spin. The weekly event is also known to host special guest DJs.
00 (Zero Zero) – 5PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: R$30
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Rogê (Lapa)
It’s time to dance as singer-songwriter Rogê returns for his weekly show at Lapa’s Carioca de Gema. The lively up-and-coming performer will present his own compositions as well as covers of works by Jorge, Djavan, and Jorge Benjor, among others.
Carioca da Gema – 9:30 PM
Av. Mem de Sá 79, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Entrance: R$23
Roda de Samba and Soccer (Football) (Lapa)
Sundays are all about samba and soccer at Lapa’s Leviano bar. Every week beginning at 5PM the venue plays live games on their screens with samba dancers following the matches and the group Samba Di Buteco playing classics of the genre, including works by Arlindo Cruz, Zeca Pagodinho and João Nogueira, among others. DJ Mukato will also spin during the night.
Leviano – 5PM
Mem de Sá 47, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2507-5779
Entrance: R$10-R$20
PUBS & BARS:
Saloon 79 (Botafogo)
Saloon 79 provides a unique environment for drinking, eating and rocking out. The fun indoor decor creates a great vibe and this original rocker bar gets loud at night with live bands.
Saloon 79 – 7PM
Rua Pinheiro Guimarães 79, Botafogo – Tel: (21) 7544-5151
Entrance: R$20
Bar Urca (Urca)
If you have never been to Bar Urca on a Sunday afternoon to drink beers and eat salgados while watching the sunset, you are missing a big part of what it means to be a Carioca. This simple establishment on the bayside has been a hit since 1939.
Bar Urca – 11AM
Rua Cândido Gaffrée 205, Urca – Tel: (21) 2295-8744
Entrance: Free
Gringo Cafe (Ipanema)
The Gringo Cafe brings all things great about America to Ipanema, including beers, food and atmosphere. Go there to enjoy pancakes, real bagels, sliders, and more.
Gringo Cafe – 11AM
Rua Barão da Torre 240 Loja A, Ipanema- Tel: (21) 3813-3972
Entrance: Free
Mab’s Restaurant and Bar (Copacabana)
This American-owned restaurant and bar on Copacabana Beach is a great place for food and drinks. Additionally, every Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, Tony Boka performs live from 8PM until midnight. Boka is known for his varied repertoire that always pleases the crowd.
Restaurante Mab’s – Monday-Thursday 9AM-3AM, Friday-Saturday 9AM-9AM
Avenida Atlantica 1140, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2275-7299
Entrance: Free
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