Bat Makumba, The Ruby Doe February 15, 2008

Named after the '70s classic Tropicalia song by Gilberto Gil and Os Mutantes, this group continues the Brazilian tradition of bringing together samba, samba-reggae, baiao, forro, samba-funk, maracatu and ijexa.

The Ruby Doe is a rock band from Seattle, Washington, and this band is currently signed to local label, Loveless Records. Releases include: 'The Flame and the Fury,' 'Dream Engine Blue,' (Hometown Tragedy Records) and 'Always With Wings' (Loveless). The Doe are mostly known in the Northwest for their impeccable live shows.