Tag: Bossa Nova
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Milton Nascimento & Lo Borges ‘Clube Da Esquina’ (1972)
Recorded in 1972 under Brazil’s oppressive military dictatorship, Clube de Esquina represents both a musical triumph as well as a quiet act of resistance. At a time when censorship and fear defined daily life, Milton Nascimento and the 20-year-old Lô Borges gathered a collective of musicians to create something transcendent—a lush, double album that celebrated…
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João Gilberto ‘Chega de Saudade’ (1959)
João Gilberto’s debut album Chega de Saudade is largely credited with being the first Bossa Nova album of all-time, setting the stage for the proliferation of the genre to gain immense popularity in its native country of Brazil during the 60’s and 70’s. João Gilberto fused samba rhythms with the harmonies and sophistication of jazz,…
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Jorge Ben Jor ‘Samba Esquema Novo’ (1963)
If I had to describe Jorge Ben Jor’s debut album Samba Esquema Novo in one phrase it would be “relaxed energy”. This 28 minute samba rock album puts you at ease while compelling you to get up and move, all at the same time. It is a calm call to action. Compared to American jazz,…
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