The seventh album by Brazilian artist Jorge Ben. Recorded with the Trio Mocotó band and released in September 1970, during a time of political tension in dictatorial Brazil. It's title comes from the Portuguese term meaning "brute force".
The latest edition of Mr Bongo’s iconic Brazil 45 boxset series. A captivating collection of sought-after tracks crossing genres, decades and tempos, offering a glimpse into BADBADNOTGOOD’s tastes and exploring the richness of Brazil’s musical history.
A seminal Brazilian soul-funk record and a key early document of the Black Rio movement—Brazil’s own answer to African-American soul and funk in the early 1970s.
Rosinha de Valença's 1971 album Um Violão Em Primeiro Plano is a masterclass in Brazilian guitar, shining a spotlight on her unparalleled artistry and deep connection to the roots of MPB (Música Popular Brasileira).