Who Is Black Alien?

Black Alien is a Brazilian rap artist and songwriter from São Paulo. Born Rogério Flausino Júnior in 1979, he has become one of Brazil's most respected rap artists. He has been active in the Brazilian hip-hop scene since the late 90s, collaborating with some of the biggest names in Brazilian rap.

Early Career

Black Alien first began to make a name for himself as part of the rap collective BK', releasing two albums with them between 1999 and 2000. After leaving BK', he released his first solo album, Nada É Normal, in 2002 and followed up with his second album, Ainda É Cedo, in 2004. Both albums were well-received by critics and fans alike.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Black Alien has collaborated with some of Brazil's most prominent hip-hop acts such as GOG, Mv Bill and ConeCrewDiretoria. He has also worked with some international acts such as Talib Kweli and Immortal Technique.

Style & Lyrics

Black Alien's style is often characterized by socially conscious lyrics that focus on topics such as racism, poverty and inequality. His lyrics are often infused with personal stories that give his music an intimate feel. His beats are often hard-hitting and sample a variety of genres including funk, soul, jazz and reggae.

Latest Projects

In 2018, Black Alien released his most ambitious project to date, an EP titled ‘O Voo Da Manivela’. The EP was critically acclaimed and won him a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album. He is currently working on new music for 2020.}