Margareth Menezes

Originally from Bahia and considered today one of the most globalised musical movements in the world, Axé is a musical rhythm that carries in its essence a good part of all the musical and cultural syncretism of Bahia. The documentary brings together interviews and archive images outlining the birth of Axé.

The mystery surrounding the murder of a seductive and ambitious axé performer during one of her concerts.

Live performance by brazilian singer Ivete Sangalo recorded at Salvador, Brazil, presented by MTV.