Emigração, Exílio e Canção Protesto

This exhibition at the AJA - Associação José Afonso explores the theme of exile through the lens of Portuguese protest singers who lived in France from the mid-1960s until the Carnation Revolution of 25 April 1974. It brings together texts and a variety of iconographic materials that trace the journeys of several exiled Portuguese musicians, highlighting the intense artistic activity within the associative and political circles of the Portuguese diaspora.

Visitors can expect a deep dive into the cultural resistance and creative output of artists like José Mário Branco, to whom the exhibition is dedicated. The display sheds light on how these singers used their art to voice dissent and maintain cultural ties while abroad, offering a poignant look at a pivotal period in Portuguese history.

Held at the association's headquarters on Rua de São Bento, the exhibition presents a unique opportunity to engage with the stories and artifacts of a generation that shaped Portugal's musical and political landscape.