José Cid
(Jose Cid)
José Albano Cid de Ferreira Tavares, also known as José Cid, born on February 4,
1942, in Chamusca, Portugal, is a Portuguese singer, composer, and record
producer. His professional career began with the covers band Os Babies in 1956.
In 1960, he formed Conjunto Orfeão and later joined Trio Los Dos and Os Claves.
Cid co-founded Quarteto 1111 in 1968, Portugal's first symphonic rock band,
known for hits like "El Rei D. Sebastião". His progressive rock albums include
Cantamos Pessoas Vivas (1974), Vida (Sons do Quotidiano) (1977), and 10,000 Anos
Depois Entre Vénus e Marte (1978). ...
