Chico Correa, born Esmeraldo Marques in Paraíba, Brazil, is a pioneering producer, DJ, and musician renowned for fusing traditional northeastern Brazilian rhythms—such as coco, baião, and samba—with contemporary electronic music. His innovative approach has led to collaborations with artists like Chico César, Alessandra Leão, and DJ Dolores. ([ararapiraproductions.com](https://www.ararapiraproductions.com/chicocorrea?utm_source=openai)) As the leader of Chico Correa & Electronic Band, he has performed at major festivals including TIM Festival in Rio de Janeiro and Europalia in Belgium. ([auniao.pb.gov.br](https://auniao.pb.gov.br/servicos/copy_of_jornal-a-uniao/2011-a-2015/2013-1/junho/a-uniao-28-06-2013.pdf?utm_source=openai)) His work continues to push musical boundaries, blending cultural heritage with modern soundscapes.