Bruna Melina back with a new song and video just in time for mothers day. The song, "Preciosas" is an unreleased song that is pure soul from this young resende sensation. Bruna says, "it's a song called 'Precious'. we made it for our womens. at church, we have a project called 'Desperta Débora' based on the book of judges 5:12 'Awake, awake, Deborah; Awake, awake, utter a song(...)' then, we made this song for this project, for mom's day (next sunday here, 13), and for every woman made precious..."

lyrics:
made us princess to reign
made us columns at the altar
made us precious above rubies
we are each Anna, each Esther and each Deborah who have a heart thirsty for Your glory
i am the one who anointed Your feet
i am the one that He became free
to whom he wanted to appear first
and by his grace be elected princess of Lord
where the world saw only womens, mothers, wifes, 
God saw precious rocks
which use pleased Him
what the world saw weakness, my beloved sees beauty
and a heart read to cry... and drop the nard.
 
 
Ana Paula da Silva live at Cafe Hahn! 
 
 
Brilliantly colored costumes blanketed with shiny beads and feathers, live music and dancing, refreshing cocktails and tasty street food. A vibrant slice of Brazil comes to 910 Live in Tempe this Saturday night, and everyone 21 and older is invited.

Afro:Baile Records hosts the third annual Carnaval do Brazil, a tribute to the enormous celebration throughout South America's largest country. Organizer Miguel Ivery, who also hosts a Brazilian Day celebration in September, said he expects at 1,000 people to show up.

"This is one of the largest and most authentic Brazilian events in the Valley," he said. "We fly in Brazilian bands and want everyone to get as close to Brazil without actually going there."

The wild parties throughout Brazil often have negative, over-sexualized stereotypes attached to them. Ivery realizes this, and he hopes his celebration will show the cultural and religious significance behind the festival.

"When most people think of Carnaval, they think of half-naked women and lots of drummers, but it's not just about the booty-shaking," he said. "We want to show that it's also a celebration and way of life for the Brazilian people. It's a tradition before the start of Lent. People work on their costumes and routines for months."

Ivery encourages participants to dress in green, yellow and blue, or wear Carnaval costumes and masks. Here are some highlights from this year's event.

The entertainment
Entertainment will take place on three stages inside and outside on the sprawling patio. The headliner this year is the eight-member Phoenix-based samba band Radio Brazil. The band includes former members of Som Brasil, and other top musicians originally from Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

"They really bring the big sound of Carnaval music," Ivery said. "Carnaval features songs that blend axé, samba rock and reggae, and is heavy on the percussion."

Also performing is Quetzal Guerrero, a Brazilian soul artist originally from Mesa who now lives in Los Angeles. Ivery said he will play an exclusive all-Carnaval samba funk set intended to get the audience moving.

Valley samba dancers also will be on-site, mesmerizing the audience with their hypnotic dance moves and colorful costumes. They'll walk around the crowd, encouraging guests to let loose and twist, spin and shake their hips.

The food and drink
Food will be catered by Val's Brazilian Cuisine and will include coxhinas, which are deep-fried, teardrop-shaped snacks filled with meat and spices, and Brazilian tacos (pastel) stuffed with meat and vegetables, then fried.

Read more: http://www.azcentral.com/thingstodo/bars/articles/2012/02/01/20120201carnaval-do-brazil-910-live-tempe-arizona-dancers.html#ixzz1lEX6pa5q


 
 
Wow what a way to end the year! We are very excited to announce Brazil:Sambossica 3 by DJ Seduce has been selected Top 10 Albums of the year by KBCS Radio Seattle! Thank you sincerely to the amazing Radio show called RAIZES and to there fabulous hostess, Samia & Sharon! Muito Obrgado!! Check out Raizes on KBCS Radio every Saturday on  http://kbcs.fm/site/PageServer 

 
 
::: Afro:Baile Presents: 3rd Annual: Carnaval do Brazil :::
Carnaval do Brazil! Arizona's Largest and most Authentic Brazilian Event  is set to take Place in Tempe, Arizona on February 4th 2012 at music venue 910 Live. The Carnaval Event will host a vast array of Brazilian Bands, Musicians, Drummers, Performers, Dancers, Costumes, and of Course amazing Brazilian Food and Drinks!  The audience will be treated to authentic sounds of Brazilian music & visuals put on by some of Brazil's finest artists flying in from various cities across Brazil as well as Los Angeles, California! The 3rd Annual Carnaval do Brazil Event is an evening dedicated to preserving the authenticity of Brazil while showcasing Brazil's most famous party of the Year! We have an amazing evening lined-up and we hope you will join us for the festivities! So put on your best Brazilian Colors, Dancing Shoes, and come dance the Samba, get loose with the Batucada, and sing along to the pure essence of Brazilian Culture right here in Tempe, Arizona!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 

\Available Online! 
Click On ticket price or buy tickets now to purchase your event tickets. 
SINGLE ( 1 ) TICKET PRICE: $9.10 <<
General Admission  
(Ticket Sale Dec 1 - Dec 31st)

DOUBLE ( 2 ) TICKET PRICE: $17.00 <<
General Admission
(Ticket Sale Dec 1 - Dec 31st)

GROUP RATE ( A ) TICKET PRICE: $48.00 <<
Includes 6 General Admission Tickets
(Ticket Sale Dec 1 - Dec 31st)

GROUP RATE ( B ) TICKET PRICE: $85.00 <<
Includes 10 General Admission Tickets
(Ticket Sale Dec 1 - Dec 31st)

RESERVED SEATING TICKET PRICE: $125.00 <<
Includes:
- 4 Reserved Seating Tickets
- 4 Single Drink Tickets (1 per person)
- 1 Appetizer Basket ( Feeds 4)

- 4 Carnaval Event Posters 
- Party Favors
- Reserved Area Seating

DAY OF (FEB. 4th 2012) TICKET PRICE: $15.00
General Admission
And more Guests TBA! Full Details and Tickets at www.CarnavalBrazilAZ.com
 
 
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Has it been a year already? Time flys when you're having fun! Its about that time of year when we announce the biggest event of the Year! Brazilian Day Arizona! The annual festival is set to unfold on Saturday September 10th 2011! Our home away from home and venue of choice is 910 Live! This years Brazilian Day Arizona Event will be unlike anything you have scene before! We are pulling out all the stops and going overboard with making this event the best and biggest Brazilian Celebration Arizona has ever Scene! We want ALL OF YOU, to JOIN ALL OF US to help make this event and even more successful one this last year (2010 sold out!). We Have been hard at work for a year making improvements, bringing staging, lighting, seating and more. We want to make sure everyone is going to feel welcome, comfortable and of course having a great time! 

We have a great line-up we are announcing featuring a variety of Brazilian Bands, Dj's and Capoeira! Plus Dance Performances, Performances, Visuals and more! When We say BRAZILIAN DAY the BRAZILIAN WAY, we Mean it! This is going to be a Party to talk about for ages! So get on your Best Brazilian Colors! Get on your Best Dancing Shoes! And Put on your Best Positive Uplifting Face and Get Ready to Celebrate Brazilian Independence Day! 

Tickets On Sale Now! Tickets Start at j ust $9.10 for general Admission! Limited Reserved Tables are available on first come first serve basis! All the info, Line up and to buy your tickets at http://www.BrazilianDayArizona.com/

Obrigada!!!
 
 
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FORRO FRIDAY SPECIAL SUMMER KICK OFF EVENT! MAY 13th 2011! 
Afro:Baile Presents: Forro Night! Summer is coming, and what better way to get things moven and grooven, then to kick off the summer heat with a Forro Night! The night will feature Live Brazilian Music by banda Som Brasil, DJ Seduce & Friends playing all the best Forro Music plus throwing in some Samba, Axe and Funk to keep things interesting and Fun!! We also will have an early Dance Lesson class for all those who want to come learn how to dance Forro! The Menu and Bar will be open for some of the best Lebanese Food in the valley, not to mention a signature cockail called the Brazilian Mojito will be served! So break out the dancing shoes, come hungry, thirsty and ready for a great evening of World Cultures!

Friday May 13th 2011 @ Mijana's [located] 1290 N. Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
$7.00 cover / Doors @ 9:00pm / Dance Class at 9:30pm / Show starts at 10pm! Families welcome!
for more info: email Info@Afrobaile.com

 

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