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Benito Di Paula - Modificacao (7")
Copacabana 3747, 1977 Brazil Groovy good feel samba vibes by the ultimate crooner Benito Di Paula. Modificacao and Bandeira Do Samba stand out to my ear.
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Simone - Pedacos (LP)
EMI 31C 064 422848D, 1979 Brazil Essential pick by Simone Bittencourt de Oliveira or simply Simone as she tends to go by. To Voltando and Povo Da Raca Brasil my favorites but a good listen throughout. Record with mild scuffs only, cover has some spot...
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Joanna - Chama (LP)
RCA Victor 103.0420, 1981 Brazil Spotless copy of this mellow Sunday at the beach MPB affair. Nice jazzy vibe on offer, all chill, nothing for the floor. Near mint vinyl, cover close to EX and poster insert is included.
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Simone - Seducao (LP)
CBS 231.157, 1983 Brazil Later affair by Brazilian singer Simone Bittencourt de Oliveira. Not sure if I like the downbeat Kalu or fast paced samba treat Disputa De Poser best, either way two very good reasons to run with this album. Original ...
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Elba Ramalho - Alegria (LP)
Ariola 201 645, 1982 Brazil Funky affair by the wonderful 'Forro' singer songwriter. One of her best with Essa Alegria, Chego Ja and Amor Com Cafe all great for playing out. Brazilian original in solid EX condition, cover shows edge wear. Insert...
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Elba Ramalho - Fogo Na Mistura (LP)
Barclay 827 056-1, 1985 Brazil Very much slept on Elba Ramalho album with lots of funky floor friendly forro on offer. Start with Forca Da for a feel of the direction. Crispy clean EX copy, cover has slightly bumped corners.
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Beth Carvalho - Coracao Feliz (LP)
RCA 103.0635, 1984 Brazil More catchy Beth Carvalho vinyl treats with the floor friendly samba dancer Mangueira E Suas Tradicoes or Peso Na Balança. Nothing rare but just nice Brazilian music featuring a who's who like Sivuca, Chinquinho or Ma...
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Beth Carvalho - No Pagode (LP)
RCA Victor 103.0316, 1979 Brazil Surely one of Brazil's most productive female artist and you would not have crossed with samba without crossing with Beth Carvalho. Coisinha De Pai, Nao Chora Nenem and Tem Nada Nao my faves but plenty to choose from....
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Gilberto Gil - Realce (LP)
WEA 250038-1, 1979 Germany Back in stock! This has to be the best Gilberto Gil album from his late seventies recording period. I like the title track a lot but the real deal is the fantastic Toda Menina Baiana. Vinyl in superb shape, cover with...
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Gilberto Gil - Raca Humana (LP)
WEA 25 2122-1, 1984 Germany Gilberto Gil really showcasing his many talents mixing rock, jazz, boogie, reggae and more on Raca Humana. I guess it nicely captures the vast variety of human beings on this planet. Listen to the groovy A Mao Da Limp...
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Azymuth - Cascades (LP)
Milestone 0061.177, 1982 Germany More Azymuth goodies that fans of Brazil jazz and fusion will love. Includes the marvelous Club Morocco and Indian Pepper. Clean copy with vinyl close to NM, cover has mild ringwear.
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Azymuth - Rapid Transit (LP)
Milestone 815 441-1 ME, 1983 Germany Funky jazz fusion made in Brazil by legendary Azymuth. Not as floor friendly as earlier affairs but still a great listen with Gate Of Time, Missing Doto and Mae Mine Guarana. Clean EX copy, disc borderline near mint.
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Azymuth - Crazy Rhythm (LP)
Milestone M-9156, 1988 Germany Later affair by Azymuth on Milestone with Diza, Tropical Horizon nice mellow Brazilian jazz pieces. The scat vocal tune Theme For Tiago is the best tracks on my ears. Superb looing and sounding copy.
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Cazuza - Ideologia (LP)
Philips 834.722-1, 1988 Brazil Cazuza is huge in Brazil, probaly more a popular pick in rock circles but this studio album has a nice mix of styles on offer. I partcularly warmed to the slow pieces like Um Trem Para As Estrelas or Faz Parte Do Meu ...
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Baden Powell - Lotus (LP)
Disques Festival FLDX 598, 1971 France You got to give it to Baden Powell, he was not lazy. A very long and very good discography. Lotus is very upbeat and holds one of his best in Nega Do Cabelo Duro. Lines and scuffs on vinyl but not affecting play.
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Edu & Tom - Tom & Edu (LP)
Philips 6328 378, 1981 Brazil Highly recommended Brazilian jazz by Edu Lobo and Tom Jobim. Mellow but funky at the same time. Listen to Vento Bravo. Original pressing in spotless condition.
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Caetano Veloso - Uns (LP)
Philips 812 747-1 8, 1983 Brazil Top condition Caetano Veloso record that mixes traditional bossa and MPB but also holds one strong samba track with some fine electro backing that would work great in a cosmic styled mix. Brazilian original in unplaye...
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Jair Rodrigues - E Isso Ai... (LP)
Philips 6349 018, 1971 Brazil A great album by a great artist. Jair Rodriguez at his very best with Tengo Tengo, Herois da Liberdade and Martin Cerere. Essential recording in top condition. Brazillian original.
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Jorge Ben - Ben Brasil (LP)
Soma 504002, 1986 France Lovely clean copy of another quality mid 80s Jorge Ben recording. He just always sounds good. Holds the excellent Roberto Corta Essa and my favorite in Pancada De Amor Nao Doi. French pressing in EX condition.
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Various - Brazil Fantastico (LP)
Metronome 80010-2, 1977 Germany Incredible compilation that brings together some of the rarest Brazilian tracks on this double slap of wax. The two über funky tracks by Tom E Dito, Vinte Meninas and Agua Vivo, are on here as well as several clubby t...
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