Nilo, Mc Paiva ZS, DJ Di Marques, Tropa da W&S and FamousKyo are names associated with contemporary Brazilian funk and hip-hop scenes, particularly connected to São Paulo and the broader Zona Sul/ZS and peripheral communities where baile funk and favela rap have been prominent. Their work sits within baile funk, funk carioca-influenced beats, and Brazilian hip-hop, blending electronic percussion, sampled loops and MC-driven vocal delivery typical of 2010s–2020s independent and underground movements. Performances and recordings emphasize rhythmic intensity, call-and-response or rap vocals and production geared toward dancefloor and street-party contexts, reflecting the DIY and community-rooted nature of Brazil’s urban popular music culture.