Bino Branco passed away, one of the most emblematic voices of the Ferro Gaita group and an essential reference of Cape Verdean funaná. His full name was Carlos Alberto Pereira Lopes.
The death occurred in the United States, where he resided. The cause of death was an oncological disease.
Bino Branco leaves an important legacy in Cape Verdean music, having significantly contributed to the dissemination and preservation of funaná, a traditional music genre from Cape Verde. His contribution as a member of Ferro Gaita marked several generations of listeners.




