Adriana de Barros is a journalist, host, and music curator with more than two decades of experience in Brazilian cultural journalism. A specialist in digital entertainment coverage, she established her career at the UOL portal, worked in the digital division of TV Cultura, and currently works for the Sonora brand at the Terra portal. Her expertise has led her to serve on renowned juries, such as those for the APCA and the Multishow Awards, as well as to curate major calls for submissions, connecting the public to the leading movements in national and international music.

Her multiplatform work stands out through her hosting of the podcast *Afiadas*, dedicated exclusively to women who are shaping the music industry, whether on stage or behind the scenes. In addition, Adriana created the *Educa Podcast*, a project that fostered dialogue between artists and education professionals to discuss key issues in education and society. Moving seamlessly between the mainstream and the independent scene, she combines credibility and versatility to humanize the music industry and bring visibility to projects that impact Brazilian culture.