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Samba-funk artist Rogê performs at the Hollywood Bowl this weekend: “I’m prouder of being a Brazilian here, because I’m bringing Americans my culture.”

Last modified on Thu 11 Mar 2021 07.39 EST For millions of people around the world, this Friday evening should be the most joyous of the year – the first night of carnival. In a normal year, brass and steel pan bands in New Orleans and Trinidad would be polishing their instruments after months of rehearsals, and mardi gras paraders pulling on spangled costumes before hitting the streets. And Cariocas, residents of Rio de Janeiro, would be limbering up for what they proudly call “the world’s biggest party”. Not this year, sadly: it’s been cancelled everywhere from CÃ...