The group Roupa Nova performed on the Sunset Stage at Rock in Rio 2026 on Monday afternoon, the fourth day of the festival, drawing a multitude of spectators who gathered in front of the space. The band began their setlist with the song "Sapato Velho," which was sung in chorus by the engaged audience. Bassist Nando drew attention with an elegant solo, while wearing a cream-colored blazer.
Guilherme Arantes was the distinguished guest of the performance, awaited by the audience that had gathered to see the show. The two artists joined together on stage for a special collaboration during the festival.
The review highlights that the show was one of the best of this edition of Rock in Rio 2026, marking a rare moment in the event's programming. Roupa Nova, known for crafting hits for popular television soap operas in an era before TikTok trends, defended their status as great hitmakers of Brazilian soft rock during the performance.




