Os Populares de Igarapé-Miri emerged in the 1970s under the leadership of guitarist João Gonçalves, blending carimbó, merengue, cumbia, and bolero to create a vibrant, danceable sound. Their debut at the Festividade de Santana in Igarapé-Miri quickly led to regional acclaim, securing performances at Belém's Clube Os Milionários. Hits like "Lambada da Vassoura" (1971) and "Lambada do Tibúrcio" from their album "Lambadas Incrementadas" resonated across Northern and Northeastern Brazil. The band's success also provided a platform for guitarist Aldo Sena, who later became a prominent figure in the guitarrada genre. ([culturamiriense.blogspot.com](https://culturamiriense.blogspot.com/2015/?utm_source=openai))