About Product Images
This image is a general representation of the item and the actual product may differ slightly in terms of color shading, logo placement, borders, or other small details. Used items may have various cosmetic differences as well.![Enlarge](javascript:show_product_image("https://cdn1.dustygroove.org/images/products/b/bandablackr_mariafuma_101b.jpg"); "View larger image")
Maria Fumaca
LP (Item 529905) Warner (Brazil), 1977 — Condition: Near Mint-
Related searches
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 effortless ease, yet never in a way that's too slick or commercial – kind of like that perfect balance that Kool & The Gang hit for just a few records in the mid 70s – but with more of a Brazilian feel overall. Jazzy licks abound – and the keyboards, guitar, and horns are just great – but the set's also got some more regional percussion, too – which really rounds out the record wonderfully. The grooves all have a really universal appeal – essential for any fan of funky sounds – and titles include "Mr Funky Samba", "Junia", "Casa Forte", "Na Baixa Do Sapateiro", "Lelbon Via Vaz Lobo", "Baia", "Maria Fumaca", and "Metalurgia". © 1996-2025, Dusty Groove, Inc.
(Mr Bongo reissue.)
(Mr Bongo reissue.)
Near Mint - (minus)
- Black vinyl that may show a slight amount of dust or dirt.
- Should still be very shiny under a light, even with slight amount of dust on surface.
- One or two small marks that would make an otherwise near perfect record slightly less so. These marks cannot be too deep, and should only be surface marks that won't affect play, but might detract from the looks.
- May have some flaws and discoloration in the vinyl, but only those that would be intrinsic to the pressing. These should disappear when the record is tilted under the light, and will only show up when looking straight at the record. (Buddah and ABC pressings from the 70's are a good example of this.)
- May have some slight marks from aging of the paper sleeve on the vinyl.
- Possible minor surface noise when played.
Condition Notes
If something is relevant, we try to describe it in the notes — especially if it is release or pressing details, or an oddity that is the only wrong thing about the record. This might include, but isn't limited to, warped records, tracks that skip, cover damage or wear, or strictly cosmetic flaws.
You might be interested
Filo
Canto FatalPointer (Brazil), 1984. Near Mint-
A nice batch of jazzy tracks by this under-recognized Brazilian singer – recorded for the Pointer label, with the kind of strong fusion backing that was the stock in trade of the label at the time. Filo's vocals are great, and very soulful – and he also plays a good deal of the ... LP, Vinyl record album
Elis Regina
Viva A BrotolandiaContinental (Brazil), 1961. Sealed
Some of the earliest work ever recorded by Elis Regina – issued here on a set that brings together her first two albums in one package! The sound here is quite different than the Elis Regina sound of the 70s – a lot brighter and more youthful, without as many of the somber overtones ... LP, Vinyl record album
Norma Benguell
Norma Canta MulheresElenco (Brazil), 1977. Very Good
Obscure later work from Norma Benguell, better known for her classic 60s album on Odeon – a set that's late in the Elenco label, and which features guest work from Sivuca, Rosinha De Valenca, Celia Vaz, and others! LP, Vinyl record album
Various
Grandes Autores – Dorival CaymmiPhilips (Brazil), 1970s/1980s. Near Mint-
A collection of compositions by Dorival Caymmi – performed by Gal Costa, Maria Bethania, Chico Buarque, Tom Jobim & Dorival Caymmi, Elis Regina, Caetano Veloso, Sylvia Telles, Tamba Trio, Nana Caymmi, Zizi Possi, Fafa De Belem, Dorival Caymmi & Quarteto Em Cy, and Joao Gilberto with ... LP, Vinyl record album
Luiz Bonfa
Softly – Luiz Bonfa & His GuitarEpic, 1966. Near Mint-
One of the better early bossa albums by Bonfa, and one that doesn't have the sleepy quality that you find on some of his other records. Luiz' guitar is backed by a nice little combo, and the tracks have a lively rhythm, with occasional vocals, and some nice flute solos from time to time. The ... LP, Vinyl record album
Luiz Bonfa
Luiz BonfaDot, Mid 60s. Near Mint-
A pretty great little album from Bonfa – always one of the more corruptible bossa players, working here in a groovy set of pop arrangements by Deodato with a lively American twist! Some tunes are fast-driving bossa numbers with good jazz accompaniment, others have backing vocals in a ... LP, Vinyl record album
Astrud Gilberto
Shadow Of Your SmileVerve, 1965. Very Good
One of Astrud Gilberto's greatest albums – and quite possibly our personal favorite! The record features beautifully understated arrangements by Joao Donato, Don Sebesky, and Claus Ogerman – and the instrumentation is a haunting mix of bossa rhythms with darker orchestrations that ... LP, Vinyl record album
Doris Monteiro & Miltinho
Doris Miltinho e CharmeOdeon (Brazil), 1970. Very Good+
A great late bossa album – one of the EMI/Odeon gems from the lovely Doris Monteiro! Doris has always been one of our favorite late bossa singers, and she's very nicely paired here with Miltinho – in a sometimes duet/sometimes solo style that resembles that used on the Elis Regina/Jair ... LP, Vinyl record album
Nana Caymmi & Cesar Camargo Mariano
Voz E SuorEMI (Brazil), 1983. Very Good
A warm intimate set by these two legendary Brazilian talents – Nana Caymmi on vocals, and the legendary Cesar Camargo Mariano playing some wonderfully mellow keyboards. Mariano plays electric piano on most of the set, and the album's got a laidback quality that brings out the best in Nana ... LP, Vinyl record album
Waldirene
WaldireneTapecar (Brazil), 1977. Near Mint-
(Cover has some surface wear and aging, small sickers, and is bumped at the bottom corners.) LP, Vinyl record album
Hunt's Determination
This Is Determination Problems (original pressing)Ear Wax/Wonderland, 1978. Sealed
An obscure little funky group from Flint, Michigan, one with a tight ensemble sound that's very much in the Earth Wind & Fire mode – complete with a really great horn section, plenty of bass-heavy grooves a the bottom, and a relatively spiritual feel that comes through strongly on the ... LP, Vinyl record album
Jimmy Castor Bunch
It's Just BegunRCA, 1972. Near Mint-
Wickedly fuzzy funk! Jimmy Castor recorded in a lot of different styles during the 70s – but the one he used on this album is still his best – and the album may well be his lasting testament of funky genius! The record's a non-stop guitar-heavy batch of classic funk tracks – and ... LP, Vinyl record album
