Leo Maia

Leo Maia, the visionary composer and performer, raises the bar with his latest single "Passive Genocide", a powerful tale of political corruption and social injustice.

Set against a backdrop of powerful vocals, haunting violins and intricate rhythms, "Passive Genocide" weaves a tale of manipulation, greed, and the human cost of power. With Leo Maia's mesmerizing vocals spanning through 4 octaves, the song takes listeners on a journey through the shadows of a society plagued by greed and indifference.

"Passive Genocide" features a collaboration of three talented guest musicians. The Brazilian prog rock virtuoso Rod Rodrigues delivers a jaw dropping guitar solo. Jeff Black (Gatekeeper, Glyph) adds heavy guitars into the piece with his humbuckers and a stunning synth solo. To top it all off, the Spanish classical violinist Irene Senent sets the mood of the song with an ethereal performance. The result is a cinematic journey through the darkest recesses of the human psyche that showcases Leo’s creativity as a composer.

Drawing inspiration from the tumultuous events of the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil and its administration, Leo Maia has crafted a musical masterpiece. Influenced by artists including KING CRIMSON, IRON MAIDEN, AYREON, OCEANSIZE, DREAM THEATER, and PINK FLOYD, “Passive Genocide” is sure to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression.