Vírus 27 was
formed in 1982. They started off as a mid-tempo hardcore punk band just like many
of their contemporaries in the early Brazilian scene; very similar to Cólera.
The name of the band came from the USA label Alternative Tentacles because the
founder of the band was a Dead Kennedys fan. He died sometime in early 80's.
Their first recorded apperance was in 1985 on the Ataque Sonoro compilation LP.
A year later they released the Parasitas Obrigatórios LP. This album showed
the band moving away from hardcore punk to more of an Oi sound, like Garotos Podres.
However, Vírus 27 still sang lyrics critical of society, and played with
an unique sound - slow but very good.
In late 80's, the band took a turn towards right wing politics, and released the
Brasil Oi! LP. Well, at least Vírus
27 didn't became nazi and racist, only patriotic.
by Werner
