UK trip-hop legends Massive Attack are set to stage a powerful concert in São Paulo this November, in unprecedented collaboration with Indigenous Peoples of the Amazon. Dubbed ‘The Answer Is Us’, the show aims not just to entertain, but to amplify Indigenous voices, raise awareness of climate justice issues, and put pressure on global leaders ahead of COP30, the United Nations’ 30th Climate Change Conference.
The show will take place on November 13, 2025, at Espaço Unimed. Sharing the stage are Brazilian icons Cavalera, featuring members brothers Max and Iggor Cavalera of Sepultura, who will perform ‘Chaos A.D.’, one of Sepultura’s most politically charged albums, which critiques authoritarianism, environmental destruction, and social injustice. Their involvement brings a raw edge to the evening, whilst aligning with Massive Attack’s own tradition of politically conscious productions.
What sets this concert apart is its direct coordination with Indigenous organisations across the Amazon. Representatives will not only be present but will actively shape the event. Speaking to NME, Massive Attack’s Robert “3D” Del Naja said this collaboration is “more than a passing of the mic.” Instead, it is about recognizing and amplifying the “knowledge, moral authority, and wisdom” of Indigenous communities whose lands and lives are threatened daily by deforestation and exploitation.
The concert precedes COP30 in Belém, a city in the Amazon basin. As leaders gather to debate the planet’s climate future, the Amazon remains a big talking point, both as a crucial carbon store and as a fragile ecosystem under attack. By holding the concert in Brazil, Massive Attack and Cavalera underline the urgency of the Indigenous people’s demands.
Music has long been a vehicle for protest, and this collaboration aims to show its power. Massive Attack’s trip-hop sound offers a reflective atmosphere, while Cavalera’s aggression provides raw resistance. Together, they bridge genres, audiences, and continents, reinforcing the message that climate justice is universal.
Tickets for ‘The Answer Is Us’ are available now through the official Espaço Unimed website and major Brazilian ticketing platforms.
