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Bossa nova, samba, MPB, Tropicalia, choro, and more -- a great selection of music, both vintage and contemporary!
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Continental/Lion, 1973. New Copy ... $6.99
Massively heavy sounds from A Bolha – a Brazilian group who were previously known as The Bubbles, and backed up Gal Costa during the Tropicalia years – but who work here in a fuzzy, bassy groove that's totally great – definitely an heir to the headier sounds of the UK scene at the ... (Rock, Brazil) read more CD
Fontana (Brazil), 1930s. Near Mint- ... $6.99
Includes recordings of a number of Pixinguinha tunes – and titles include "Cristo Nasceu Na Bahia", "A Cigana De Catumbi", "Que Perigo", "Flor Do Abacate", "Ja Te Digo", and "Honoria". LP, Vinyl record album
Guitar Coop (Brazil), 1970. New Copy ... $22.99
Beautiful guitar work from the duo of Sergio and Eduardo Abreu – recorded here by the BBC during their short span of fame on the international scene! Both guitarists are Brazilian, but work together here with a complexity that goes back to the baroque era – then inflected by some of ... read more CD
AAM, 2018. Used ... $8.99
... CD
(Punch through digipack barcode.)
Rob (Brazil), 2017. New Copy ... $18.99
A beautiful jazz album from Brazilian arranger Antonio Adolfo – and a tribute to saxophone great Wayne Shorter, but done with a very personal feel! Adolfo's an artist with work that stretches back to the 60s – when he often worked with groovy larger arrangements – but in recent ... read more CD
Som Livre/Discobertas (Brazil), 1978. Used ... $14.99
The cover image has a nicely rough-edged quality, and the music inside does too – a really organic statement of genius from Brazil's Grupo Agua! The group play very close to their roots – mixing quick acoustic guitars and percussion in a level that almost feels Spanish in its ... read more CD
Sesac (Brazil), 2018. New Copy ... $16.99
One of the greatest albums in years from percussion Airto Moreira – a set that really lives up to the complex sort of grooves he first brought to our shores in the 70s! Airto's back home in Brazil for this set, and working with a really great lineup – a group that's heavy on acoustic ... read more CD
CTI, 1973. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $19.99
One of Airto's greatest records ever – a really hard hitting batch of tracks that mix sharp-edged fusion lines with some earthier Brazilian percussion touches – all in a way that nicely steps off of Airto's first few American releases, and warms the groove up with a nice dose of ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has clear tape on the spine.)
Fermata/Discobertas (Brazil), 1968. New Copy ... $16.99
A Brazilian instrumental rock combo from the 60s, and one who are equally heavy on horns as they are on guitars – all of which makes for a mighty cool sound overall! The group's a biggish one – with tenor sax, trumpet, and baritone stepping out next to driving drums, bass, and electric ... read more CD
Epic, Early 60s. Near Mint- ... $8.99
Titles include "Modulando", "Jequibau", "Esperando O Sol", "Sim", and "Tarde Quente". LP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo – in great shape!)
Discobertas (Brazil), 1978. Used ... $16.99
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(Out of print.)
Equipe/Ultra Vybe (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... $13.99
An upbeat groover from 60s Brazil – a highly percussive album that features work by Wilson Das Neves and Rubens Bassini – plus some excellent chorus vocals too! The whole thing's maybe a bit more of a hard-driving example of the Brazilian harmony mode heard from bigger groups like ... read more CD
(Part of the Brasilian Music Love Affair series!)
FUNARTE (Brazil), 1984. Used ... $18.99
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(Out of print.)
RCA/Mr Bongo (UK), 1971. New Copy ... $10.99 11.98
An amazing bit of Brazilian funk – and the best album ever by this exciting soulful duo! The record's their first, and it's got a crackling intensity that you don't always find on their other albums – a groove that mixes hard samba with bass-heavy funk, with a sound that makes them one ... read more CD
Arnaldo Antunes —
Saiba ... CD BMG (Brazil), 2004. Used ... $11.99
A real breakthrough album from Brazilian postmodern poet Arnaldo Antunes – a record that's even tighter and more song-structured than some of his earlier work, done in a way that warms up his sound somewhat, yet still maintains all the wit and whimsy of his songwriting. Instrumentation seems ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Tapecar/Ultra Vybe (Japan), 1977. New Copy ... $13.99
The only album we've ever seen by Hermes Aquino – a mid 70s singer/songwriter from Brazil, of the same post-bossa generation as Lo Borges and Milton Nascimento! Like those bigger names, Hermes works here in a style that's both personal and more wide-ranging – great songs helped along ... read more CD
(Part of the Brasilian Music Love Affair series!)
CBS (Brazil), 1989. Used ... $9.99
... CD
(Out of print.)
Shinko Music (Japan), 2005. New Copy ... $24.99
An excellent dig through the world of rare samba records from Brazil – a Japanese book that's put together in the same style as some of the boss and jazz discographies from that scene! The mission here is simple and clear – a way of presenting key samba records and rare gems – ... (Books, Brazil) read more Book
IE Music/Polygram, 1994. Used ... $1.99
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(Out of print. Barcode has a cutout hole.)
Nonesuch, 2001. Used ... $2.99
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(Out of print.)
MD (Brazil), 1990s. Used ... $0.99
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Far Out (Brazil), 1975. New Copy (reissue)... $22.99
A record with an unusual source, but a sound that puts it right up there with some of the most heavenly rare Brazilian albums of the 70s – served up here in a folksy, jazzy mix of acoustic and electric elements – all with help from heavyweights who include Victor Assis Brasil, Mauricio ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
RCA (Brazil), Late 80s. Used ... $6.99
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(Out of print.)
Som Livre/Far Out (UK), 1975. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $22.99
One of the sweetest electric records to come from 70s Brazil – the fabulous first effort from the Azymuth trio, and work that's hardly been matched again! Although the group here have plenty of the warm keyboard touches of their more famous later work, they're also moving in territory that's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Milestone, 1989. Used ... $13.99
The last of Azymuth's LPs before Jose Roberto Bertrami left, only to rejoin the group about a decade later. The group's still in fine form here, playing everything from breezy Brazilian jazz and fusion , to some acoustic jazz numbers, and as always, Bertrami's work on the keys is fluid and bright. ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Far Out (UK), 2016. New Copy ... $18.99
The legendary Azymuth rises from the ashes – on this, their first record after the passing of keyboardist Jose Roberto Bertrami – with a sound that takes us back to the amazing cosmic funk of their first few albums in the 70s! The new keyboardist, Kiko Continentino, has a sound that's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Milestone/Black Sun/Nova (Germany), 1980. Used ... $12.99
Wicked early work from Azymuth – one of the albums that the group recorded when they were really starting to take off on the global scene – burning strong with a soulful fusion vibe, lots of Brazilian rhythm currents, and always hitting all the right notes in their music! The sound ... read more CD
Milestone, 1986. Sealed ... $8.99
We never get enough of Jose Roberto Bertrami's vocoded vocal melodies! Sparkling Brazilian fusion, from the prolific Azymuth, with laid back grooves and light melodies, but not "lite" jazz. One of their more mellow outings, at most these tracks might approach mid-tempo, with a beautiful ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
WEA (Brazil), 1980. Near Mint- ... $6.99
A live set from the height of her career – with arrangements and guitar from Pepeu Gomes! LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes poster.)
CID/Far Out (Brazil), 1974. New Copy (reissue)... $22.99
A very weird record – and an odd parody of both Os Novos Baianos and Caetano Veloso! The album's recorded live, and it's very much in the spirit of early work by Os Novos Baianos – with loads of tunes that have a funky samba style, with some nice rough touches – but there's also ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Atlantic/Mr Bongo (UK), 1977. New Copy (reissue)... $23.99 24.98
An excellent album by one of the greatest Brazilian funk bands ever – a wonderful blend of funk, jazz, and soul – and a set that rivals any of the best work coming from the US at the time! These guys are right on the money right from the start – moving through sharp changes with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Warner/Polysom (Brazil), 1977. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
An excellent album by one of the greatest Brazilian funk bands ever – a wonderful blend of funk, jazz, and soul – and a set that rivals any of the best work coming from the US at the time! These guys are right on the money right from the start – moving through sharp changes with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Polydor (Brazil), 1973. Near Mint- 3LP Box Set ... $11.99
A mighty nice 3LP set – documenting 100 years' worth of musical styles from the carnaval in Brazil! LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes the booklet! Box has some light wear.)
Som Da Gente (Brazil), 1982. Near Mint- ... $14.99
A nice little 80s Brazilian jazz session, very much in the strong tradition of the Som Da Gente label. The group has a tight sax/trumpet frontline (hence the "metalurgia" name), but the overall groove is backed by some very tight percussion that goes into the batucada realm at times, and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a small hi fi sticker.)
Atracao (Brazil), 1996. Used ... $1.99
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(Out of print.)
Pommelo (Brazil), 2018. New Copy ... $14.99
A nice little EP from Brazilian soul singer Drika Barbosa – an artist we're only discovering with this release, but who we expect to be hearing from in years to come! Drika's got a smooth flow on most tracks – one that really seems inspired by better American R&B of recent years, ... read more CD
Fonografica Brasileiro (Brazil), Early 50s. Very Good- ... $19.99
An unusual 10" album of the songs of Ary Barroso – with vocals by Silvio Caldas! LP, Vinyl record album
Wilson Batista & Others —
Historia Da Musica Popular Brasileira (12 inch LP & book) ... LP Abril Cultural (Brazil), 1930s/1940s/1950s/1960s. Near Mint- Gatefold ... $8.99
Original recordings by Wilson Batista, plus later interpretations by Roberto Silva, Jorge Goulart, Vassourinha, Ciro Monteiro, Silvio Caldas, Paulinho Da Viola, Noite Ilustrada, and others – presented here with a nice booklet of notes and photos, too! LP, Vinyl record album
RCA/Lion, 1968. New Copy ... $6.99 14.99
A hip little set from The Beat Boys – an Argetine group working in late 60s Brazil, supposedly with a bit of an influence on the sound of Tropicalia! The sound here is a bit straighter than the work of Caetano Veloso or Os Mutantes – a bit in the Jovem Guarda sound of more mainstream ... read more CD
GEL (Brazil), Used ... $9.99
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(Out of print.)
Warner/Polysom (Brazil), 1974. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
A great early album from Belchior – much rootsier than some of his later work, with a groove that almost feels like samba soul at times! Arrangements and music are handled by Marcus Vinicius – who uses quick-stepping samba elements on some of the best tracks, mixed with more modern ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
RGE/Discobertas (Brazil), 1966. New Copy ... $16.99
The Bells serve up a great blend of garage rock modes and Brazilian elements on this debut album from the 60s – a sweet small combo style that's heavy on swirling organ lines and echoey guitar! As with some of the other jovem guarda groups of the period, these guys lean heavily on influences ... read more CD
Jorge Ben —
A Banda Do Ze Pretinho ... CD Cast (Brazil), 1978. Used ... $9.99
Funky, soulful, and totally wonderful – a wicked late 70s live set from Jorge Ben – and one of his few post-Philips albums that really holds onto the best energy from earlier years! The date's a live one, and the group grooves in a style that's got plenty of Africa Brasil touches ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Jorge Ben —
Africa Brasil ... CD Universal (Brazil), 1976. Used ... $11.99
A landmark recording that is one of Jorge Ben's best albums ever! The album is a perfect realization of the way that Jorge mixes Brazilian rhythms with choppy Afro grooves – and the result is a masterpiece that yeilded some of his biggest tracks ever. Included here is the great choppy funk ... read more CD
Also available Africa Brasil (180 gram vinyl) ... LP 32.99(Out of print Brazilian pressing.)
Philips/Polysom (Brazil), 1976. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
A landmark recording that is one of Jorge Ben's best albums ever! The album is a perfect realization of the way that Jorge mixes Brazilian rhythms with choppy Afro grooves – and the result is a masterpiece that yeilded some of his biggest tracks ever. Included here is the great choppy funk ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Africa Brasil ... CD 11.99
Philips/Dusty Groove, 1972. New Copy ... $5.99 18.98
A stunner of a record from the mighty Jorge Ben – and a record that catapulted the Brazilian singer to international fame at the time! Ben had already been making magic for almost a decade down in Brazil – and his compositions and grooves left an undeniable impact on the scene in the ... read more CD
(Limited edition of 2000 copies – in a nice LP-styled sleeve!)
Som Livre/Discobertas (Brazil), Late 70s/Early 80s. Used ... $44.99
Four albums from the second chapter in the career of Jorge Ben – packaged here in a single set, with a few bonus tracks too! First up is A Banda Do Ze Preinho – a record that's funky, soulful, and totally wonderful – a wicked late 70s live set from Jorge Ben – and one of ... read more CD
Philips (Brazil), 1970. Used ... $24.99
A fantastically soulful album from Jorge Ben – one of his greatest records ever, and a key part of Brazilian music in the 70s! The album marks an earthier shift for Jorge – a sound that's still rooted in the samba influences of the 60s, but which also takes on a bit more soul at the ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Universal (Brazil), 1960s/Early 70s/Mid 90s. New Copy 2CD ... $13.99
A great set that features mostly material from Jorge's classic early years at Philips – plus a few more titles of recent vintage! The early stuff's the best, though – and it ranges from driving soulful bossa, to some of the experimental funky styles that Joao used during the early 70s. ... read more CD
Philips (Brazil), 1969. Used ... $19.99
A samba soul masterpiece from Jorge Ben – one of the most brilliant records to come out the fertile late 60s Brazilian scene – and an incredible album that works with the psychedelic flourishes of Ben's contemporaries and a deeper undercurrent of soul & funk! This is one of the ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Philips/Polysom (Brazil), 1969. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
A samba soul masterpiece from Jorge Ben – one of the most brilliant records to come out the fertile late 60s Brazilian scene – and an incredible album that works with the psychedelic flourishes of Ben's contemporaries and a deeper undercurrent of soul & funk! This is one of the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Jorge Ben —
Personalidade ... CD Philips (Brazil), 1960s-Mid 70s. Used ... $9.99
14 of the best tracks ever by this fantastic Brazilian artist! Unlike some of the other CDs in the Personalidade series, this one's got killer stuff all the way through – most of which is not available on any other albums that are out now on CD. Sure, some of this stuff's on the huge 4 CD ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Universal (Brazil), 1964. New Copy ... Just Sold Out!
One of Jorge Ben's greatest albums – a groundbreaking blend of samba and soul that forever went onto transform the face of Brazilian music! The record works off the groove set down by Jorge's earlier hit "Mas Que Nada" (which appears on another LP), and takes the blend of bossa, ... read more CD
Also available Sacundin Ben Samba ... CD 8.99
Universal (Brazil), 1964. Used ... $8.99
One of Jorge Ben's greatest albums – a groundbreaking blend of samba and soul that forever went onto transform the face of Brazilian music! The record works off the groove set down by Jorge's earlier hit "Mas Que Nada" (which appears on another LP), and takes the blend of bossa, ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Philips/Polysom (Brazil), 1963. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
The start of an amazing legacy in Brazilian music – and a record that really lives up to its title! Jorge Ben completely reinvents the samba here – and comes up with his own new groove in the process – by blending sharp acoustic guitar lines with rootsy percussion – all at ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Philips/Polysom (Brazil), 1974. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
Searing samba soul from Jorge Ben – one of his best-remembered albums of the 70s, and for good reason too! The album's got a slightly fuller feel than some of Ben's other work of the time – never slick, but with backings balanced nicely against his own raspy vocals and acoustic guitar ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Som Livre (Brazil), 1991. Used ... $9.99
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(Out of print.)
Philips (Brazil), 1978. Near Mint- ... $19.99
Strong work by Maria Bethania from the late 70s – a session that has her tightening up her sound a bit more than before, but without any loss of her sense of drama or emotion! The album was recorded with a number of different musical backgrounds, including many small group settings with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes the insert. Cover has light wear.)
Universal (Brazil), 1983. New Copy ... $16.99
A nicely rootsy little album from Maria Bethania – recorded during a period when some of her music could often sound much fuller and more electric! The album's got subtle help from Toninho Horta, Dori Caymmi, and Guto Graca Mello – all of whom arrange Maria's vocals in a sophisticated ... read more CD
Philips (Brazil), 1979. Good (pic cover)... $6.99
(Funky 45's, Brazil) 7-inch, Vinyl record
(Plays with some crackling. Sleeve has surface wear, a bit of pen, and lightly bent corners.)
Mario Biondi —
Brasil (with bonus track) ... CD Sony (Italy), 2018. New Copy ... Just Sold Out!
A fantastic new setting for the magnificent voice of Mario Biondi – a set that has the Italian crooner working alongside co-producer Kassin – who helps give Mario this very groovy take on Brazilian music! The style is mostly upbeat and soulful – a bit like the grooves on early ... (New Grooves, Brazil) read more CD
RGE/Discobertas (Brazil), 1984. New Copy ... $17.99
A real obscurity from the Brazilian scene of the 80s – an album by a group who must have been one of the first hip hop acts to cut a record down there – working in a tight mix of old school styles and electro funk modes! There's more of a street soul approach overall – as ... read more CD
Philips/Verve (Japan), 1965. New Copy ... $14.99
A great little session from Luiz Bonfa – one that features a hip core combo mixed with slightly larger backings – all in a groove that really stands out from other mainstream bossa albums of the 60s! Bonfa's acoustic guitar is set up here with Jerome Richardson on flute, Don Payne on ... read more CD
(Part of the Bossa Nova 60th Celebration series!)
Verve, 1962. Very Good Gatefold ... $14.99
One of the earliest of the classic Verve bossa nova sessions of the 60s – and a wonderful showcase for the talents of guitarist Luiz Bonfa! Most of Bonfa's previous recordings were done in a very spare or solo mode – and this set makes a nice change by adding in some larger ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some waviness & staining due to moisture along the bottom 4 inches with a bit of stuck on paper.)
Luiz Bonfa —
Luiz Bonfa's Brazilian Guitar ... LP Capitol, Early 60s. Very Good ... $8.99
A classic early set of tracks by the Brazilian guitar genius Luiz Bonfa, filled with the lightness and breeziness that made his playing a huge inspiration for the Bossa Nova movement. Originally recorded in Rio by the Odeon label, with some orchestrations behind him, but they're mostly spare and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Teal label pressing. Back cover has age spots.)
RGE (Brazil), 1960s/1970s. Used ... $12.99
A great little collection that features classic work written by Bonfa – recorded by him and a number of artists during the glory days of the RGE catalog! Includes many great vintage recordings – with titles that include "Gentle Rain" and "Summer Summer Wind" by ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
EMI (Brazil), 1979/1982. Used ... $18.99
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(Out of print.)
EMI/Polysom (Brazil), 1972. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99
An incredible album from Lo Borges – one of the best singer/songwriters on the Brazilian scene of the 70s! Borges first burst into the spotlight for his work on the Club Da Esquina album by Milton Nascimento – and his work as part of Milton's "corner club" really helped shape ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Comes with a bonus lyric insert too!)
EMI (Brazil), 1970s/Early 80s. New Copy ... $14.99
A great collection of work from the legendary Lo Borges – one of our favorite Brazilian singers ever! Lo Borges is perhaps best known to the world for his incredible vocals on Milton Nascimento's classic Clube Da Esquina album – and he's a great artist on his own, too – always ... read more CD
CBS (Brazil), 1986. Near Mint- ... $6.99
Titles include "Pirata Azul", "Angra", "Eu E Minha Guitarra", "Das Sores De Oratorios", "As Minhas Do Mar", "Quando O Amor Acontece", and "Si Si No No". LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes insert.)
CBS (Brazil), 1989. Used ... $6.99
Titles include "Funk De Guerra", "Tehno Dito", "Jade", "O Mar Religioso Mar", "Corsario", "Maiakovski", "Sassao", "Terra Dourada", and "Sinceridade". CD
Also available Bosco ... LP 4.99(Out of print, booklet has some edgewear.)
CBS (Brazil), 1989. Near Mint- ... $4.99
Titles include "Funk De Guerra", "Tehno Dito", "Jade", "O Mar Religioso Mar", "Corsario", "Maiakovski", "Sassao", "Terra Dourada", and "Sinceridade". LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Bosco ... CD 6.99(Includes insert.)
RCA (Brazil), 1975. Very Good+ ... $33.99
Maybe one of the best-remembered albums from the legendary 70s run of Joao Bosco – a set that manages to bring together jazzy instrumentation, samba rhythms, folksy elements, and a whole new level of songwriting – all in a blend that beautifully announces Bosco's genius to the world! ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing. Back cover has a gold promo stamp, and a small bit of pen.)
Ariola (Brazil), 1982. Near Mint- ... $18.99
One of the best 80s albums from this always-solid Brazilian artist! Joao's not only in fine form vocally, but he has some top-shelf help from Adair Blanc, who co-wrote most of the songs with Joao, and from Cesar Camargo Mariano, who produced and arranged the whole album. Mariano's talent is the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Brazilian pressing on Ariola. Includes the lyric sleeve.)
RCA (Brazil), 1979. Used ... $8.99
A mix of lively samba and mellower moments from Joao Bosco – and a set that mostly sticks to the best acoustic spirit of his 70s classics! Joao's one of those Brazilian singers that's always able to grab us, even though we can't understand the language – and there's a personal quality ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Equipe/Ultra Vybe (Japan), 1968. New Copy ... $13.99
An obscure bossa combo, but a great one too – featured here on a rare 60s album for the Equipe label, which was also home to some of Dedoato's earliest work! The feel here is a bit like some of those better-known records – with organ lines stepping out over some lively samba and bossa ... read more CD
(Part of the Brasilian Music Love Affair series!)
Blue Thumb, Early 70s. Very Good Gatefold ... $8.99
An incredibly groovy record – and one of two rare sides cut by Bossa Rio – a short-lived vocal group handled by Sergio Mendes! The sound here is kind of an extension of Sergio's work with Brasil 66 – but Bossa Rio have deeper chops vocally, with both male and female singers ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has surface wear & a small stain.)
Ziriguiboom/Six Degrees, 2001. Used ... $5.99
The bossa remix combo of Bossacucanova wisely get a dose of history and soul from guitarist Roberto Menescal, one of the original bossa nova geniuses of the 60s – and an artist who's really come back into the fold in recent years. The record features Menescal's guitar upfront in the mix ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Chantecler/Warner (Brazil), 1970s. Used ... $1.99
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Quartin/Far Out (UK), 1970. New Copy ... $12.99
A fantastic double-length set – two full albums of music, essential for any fan of Brazilian jazz – or even jazz in general! First up is Esperanto – an incredible album from one of Brazil's greatest reed players of the 70s – the mighty Victor Assis Brasil – a free-thin ... read more CD
Equipe/Ultra Vybe (Japan), 1967. New Copy ... $13.99
A wonderful early album from Victor Assis Brasil – one of Brazil's greatest saxophone players of the 60s and 70s, and an artist with a keen post-Coltrane approach to his work! The album's awash in modally grooving numbers that would have made Coltrane proud – soulfully swinging tunes ... read more CD
(Part of the Brasilian Music Love Affair series!)
Quartin/Far Out (UK), 1970. New Copy (reissue)... $22.99
A fantastic album from this legendary Brazilian saxophonist – and one that's way different than the usual instrumental reading of the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim! The setting is less of a bossa-inspired one than a post-Coltrane mode – as Victor Assis Brasil blows alto sax, and a bit ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Odeon (Brazil), Early 60s. Very Good+ ... $6.99
An excellent set of lively samba tunes – played with lots of jazzy flourishes, and instrumentation that includes trombone, guitar, and accordion! LP, Vinyl record album
(A nice copy!)
Carlinhos Brown —
A Gente Ainda Nao Sonhou ... CD BMG, 2006. Used ... $4.99
Always-compelling work from Carlinhos Brown – done in a unique blend of styles that moves forward a bit from his earlier albums! Some of the tracks here have that genre-blending sound that Brown first pioneered as part of a 90s generation that included Marisa Montes and Arnaldo Antunes ... read more CD
Metro Blue, 1998. Used ... $1.99
Surprisingly catchy batch of modern funky Brazilian tracks from Carlinhos Brown, set off on what appears to be an incredibly well-reviewed solo career, after working with the group Timbalada. The session was produced by Marisa Monte, and it's got a nice mix of funky stylings, Brazilian rhythms, ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
BMG (Germany), 2005. Used ... $11.99
A brilliant criss-crossing of musical styles – and a groundbreaking project that documents a visit by Cuban pianist Bebo Valdes to the Brazilian region of Bahia! The work was recorded for a film the captures the spirit of Valdes' journey – and features heavily percussive tunes directed ... read more CD
Nucleus, 1967. Sealed ... $19.99
A light and dreamy set of Brazilian vocal tracks – recorded in 1967, and featuring the voice of singer Lenita Bruno, a strong 60s talent with a style that's somewhat like Sylvia Telles. Arrangements on the set are by Clare Fischer – who plays piano, organ, and electric harpsichord in a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Sealed original pressing!)
Biscoito Fino (Brazil), 2017. New Copy ... $16.99
That's an aging Chico Buarque on the cover, still looking cooler than anyone else around – and sounding the same on this wonderful record! Buarque was one of the first of an important new generation of Brazilian songwriters to emerge in the 60s – and unlike some of the others, who've ... read more CD
