The Soul of the Periphery: The Art of Mulambö In the vibrant coastal landscape of Saquarema, Rio de Janeiro, a unique artistic voice emerged from the rhythms of everyday life. João Gabriel da Motta, known to the world as Mulambö, carries a name that is itself a piece of storytelling. Born in 1995, his moniker is a playful, nostalgic nod to his childhood; it stems from the Portuguese term esmolambado, a word his mother used to describe him when he would return home from playing football, covered in the dust and sweat of the streets. This transition—from João to Mulambö—perfectly encapsulates…