Dulce Pontes | |
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![]() Dulce Pontes in 2013. | |
Background information | |
Born | 8 April 1969 |
Origin | Montijo, Portugal |
Genres | Fado, world music, classical, pop |
Occupation(s) | Songwriter, singer |
Years active | 1988-present |
Labels | Movieplay Portuguesa Universal Music Ondea |
Website | dulcepontesofficial.com |
Dulce José Silva Pontes (Portuguese: [ˈdulsɨ ʒuˈzɛ ˈsilvɐ ˈpõtɨʃ]; born 8 April 1969) is a Portuguese songwriter and singer who performs in many musical styles, including pop, folk, and classical music. She is usually defined as a world music artist. Her songs contributed to the 1990s revival of Portuguese urban folk music called fado.[1]