Ana Paula da Silva live at Cafe Hahn!
Wow what an honor! We are happy to announce that we have 2 albums selected Top 10 Albums of the year by Toronto's finest Brazilian Radio station, BRAZIL VITAL!! Host Marcelo Vital selected "New Brazilian Beat" a compilation compiled by DJ Seduce for the 5th Annual Brazilian Festival, and "Cascadura Samba" the debut release on Afro:Baile by Micheline Cardoso! Both albums soared across airwaves world wide and have garnered a huge interest from Radio, DJ's and more! We are in great company on this years TOP 10! Check it out! http://brazilvital.oitoronto.ca/en/2012/01/04/the-top-10-of-2011/ Last year produced a very select crop of album releases of Brazilian music. Brazil Vital selects its top 10. It was a year of great expectations, some frustrated (no new albums from Otto, Céu or BNegão as expected), some disappointing (Marina Lima, Maria Rita, Lenine, Red Hot + Rio, Maria Gadú …) and some very rewarding. Chico Buarque – Chico 2011 was Chico Buarque’s year. After 10 without releasing new material, Chico reappears with a simple and accurate album, unpretentious and timeless. But the album greatest success was to reinvent icon Chico Buarque for the digital age in a creative and successful way. In addition to this success, Institute Antonio Carlos Jobim put online in 2011 the complete collection of Chico’s work. China – Moto Contínuo Pernambuco is still churning out quality music, modern, inventive and fiercely Brazilian. Singer (and MTV VJ) China produced a record full of melody and poetry, without losing the underground vibe that anchors his work. It’s got rock, electronica, frevo, samba, rap and even surf music. This is the album that will be considered a classic in thirty years. Aline Morales – Flores, Tambores e Amores After years of dedicating herself to maracatu and exploring Canadian music, Aline released her first solo CD with confident compositions, beautiful arrangements, exact lyrics and stellar production. Criolo – Nó Na Orelha Much has been said about Criolo in the past year, when he “became” famous after years on the road. This award-winning album transcends rap and hip-hop and reveals a sensitive and creative artist with a unique wit. Gal Costa – Recanto Gal, who last year received the Latin Grammy of musical excellence for her body of work, is not willing to rest on the laurels of past glories. With the guidance of her friend-brother Caetano, Gal throws herself into the future, producing an album like no other in her career, unafraid to take chances. Micheline Cardoso – Cascadura Samba Micheline Cardoso had quite a year. The carioca singer released her debut album on Afro:Baile Records, toured Europe and Brazil, launched two videos, all this not to mention that her album has 17 (!) tracks demonstrating an enormous variety of styles and the potential of the singer. Marisa Monte – O Que Você Quer Saber de Verdade The new Marisa Monte album has nothing much new. Partnerships with Arnaldo Antunes and Carlinhos Brown, a samba long forgotten, romantic pop and well-arranged compositions. But when it comes to one of the greatest artists of Brazilian music today achieving mastery at her work, the result is a masterpiece. Now it’s time for Marisa to take more chances in 2012. Rio – Trilha Sonora For a film set in Brazil, the soundtrack of the animated film Rio was a little too “Brazil-to-export”. But it also featured songs by Sergio Mendes, Bebel Gilberto and Carlinhos Brown. Some of its songs may be also nominated for the Oscars, whatever that may mean. Paralamas do Sucesso – Brasil Afora Ao Vivo Paralamas do Sucesso have always been living proof that one can rock in Portuguese and still sound cool, modern and relevant. This disc, recorded live in Rio de Janeiro, is a celebration of the “Around Brazil” tour and is a sort of a greatest hits live. It’s great to hear Herbert Viana completely back. Brazil Fest – New Brazilian Beat This CD was released in conjunction with the 5th Brazil Film Fest in Toronto, which focused on the state of Bahia. It is a first-rate compilation of artists on the Afro:Baile label. The album impresses for the talent and quality of Brazilian music that does not always appear in the mainstream media.  Afro:Baile is proud to announce the "Brazilian Bundle" Sale! We know the summers can get hot, and what better way to warm up the heat waves all summer long then to get your Sambossica Series Grooving! For a limited time only we are offering the Brazil:Sambossica Bundle! The bundle includes all 3 CD's including Brazil:Sambossica 1, 2 and 3. With over 34 Songs in all, you get the very best of Samba, Bossa Nova, Soul, Jazz, Funk, MPB, Axe, Electronica and more! The perfect remedy for your house party, office, car and more!! On Sale Now 08/1/11 in the Shop! AND! If we are giving this special a great Price! $25.00!!! includes all 3 CD's! Shipped directly to you worldwide! Order today! On Sale August 1st 2011 Track List: Brazil:Sambossica 1 1. Micheline Cardoso – Que Nego e esse 05:42 2. Mr. Ze - Maimborie 03:58 3. Soukeyna – Quando voce chega 03:57 4. Fabio Fonseca Trio – Jeito Esquisito 04:18 5. Boca do rio – Pra Bahia 03:44 6. Tambores da Serra – Tambores da Serra 03:54 7. Ana Paula da Silva – Canto Negro 03:17 8. Daniella Firpo- Aprendi a me amar 04:03 9. Partido Leve - Preta 04:31 10. Micheline Cardoso & Shantisan – Meninas e Meninos 04:09 Brazil:Sambossica 2 1. Eliza Lacerda - Eliza Lacerda - Frases do Luar 03:33 2. Katia Rocha – Santo Brasileiro 02:54 3. Renata Pedroh - Banda e Panderio 03:28 4. Sambaguru - Tribo Ghandista 04:08 5. Mauricio Pessoa – Homem de Ferro 02:54 6. Micheline Cardoso – Gema 03:02 7. Marcela Ribeiro - Ex-Ceu 04:25 8. Samba Um – Vai dar Samba 04:01 9. Êita Piula - Flecha Certeira 03:53 10. Brazuka Fina – Temporal 04:50 11. Zambe - Ladeira do Samba 03:41 Brazil:Sambossica 3 1. Sandalia de Prata - O Pescador 03:24 2. Euterpe - Dançando no Rio 04:06 3. Katia Moraes - Tranquilidade 03:48 4. Partido Leve - Um cara bacana 04:51 5. Sambatronica - Samba Hit 04:23 6. Ana Paula da Silva - Macumba de Sogra 02:35 7. Bruna Melina - Wonderful City 03:02 8. Fred Jorge e os Mairorais - Ponto de Vista (Tchau, valeu) 03:26 9. Euterpe - Gogó do Nego 04:14 10. Dois do Samba - Contrariedade 03:47 11. Michele Bruna - Roda Viva 02:35 12. Tijuquera - Vista do Canal 05:40  Good Morning Tuesday! Great way to wake up and see our good friends over at the Brazilian Blend in The Netherlands featuring the always talented Micheline Cardoso! Micheline is ready to release her new album Cascadura Samba in July. Micheline has been a staple at the Afro:Baile label with 3 featured songs on 2 albums including Brazil:Sambossica 1 and 2. Micheline's new album "Cascadura Samba" is set for release in partnership with Afro:Baile this summer. Micheline will also have a new DVD to accompany the CD as well. Check the full feature out here: http://www.brazilianblend.nl/   BRAZIL: SAMBOSSICA 3 - 11 April 2011 Afro:Baile Records, Ana Paula da Silva, Bossa Nova, DJ Seduce, Dois do Samba, electronic, Euterpe, Fred Jorge e Os Maiorais,Katia Moraes, Michele Bruna, Partido Leve, samba, Sambatronica, Sambossica 3, Sandalia de Prata, Tijuquera ShareDJ Seduce’s Brazil: Sambossica 3 is a great compilation of different Brazilian music genres. Although the album’s name suggests that the mix of genres is restricted to samba, bossa nova and electronic music, there’s a lot more to enjoy and discover about this album. The overall production of the album is superb and the song choices were spot on. In addition, DJ Seduce’s biggest merit in Sambossica 3 is using electronic music as a complement to the already interesting Brazilian music. It doesn’t take long before being pleasantly surprised by Sambossica 3. The two first tracks, “O Pescador” and “Dancando no Rio”, bring a taste of the culture of the North-east and North of Brazil, combining neat electronic sounds with typical rhythms such as forro and axé. As the album progresses, some songs called my attention more than others, especially the ones more directly influenced by classic samba. Song number five in the track list, “Samba Hit” is a delicious samba song with soothing instruments, neat production and inspired lyrics. “Samba Hit” is followed by the uplifting “Macumba de Sogra”, another great samba song perfectly sung by Ana Paula da Silva. The first half of this album is full of strong material but the second part is even better. Sambossica 3 really saved the best ’til last. The sequence starts with the groovy “Ponto de Vista (Tchau, Valeu )”, the most funky track on the whole album, with the catchiest of choruses. Then it is time to experience more Northern/North-eastern rhythms, includingmaracatu in “Gogo de Nego”. Next up, Dois do Samba sing “Contrariedade”, an easy listening pagode, or “bar samba” and singer Michelle Bruna interprets “Roda Viva”, a slow but well produced samba song that sets the mood for the last – and best – song of this album. “Vista do Canal” is the definite highlight of the album in my opinion. Like Brazilians would say, “it closes it with a golden key”. It features amazing lyrics and singing by the band Tijuquera. Moreover, the song is a summary of what the album is itself: an ambitious and creative mix of samba, rock, funk, MPB and other Brazilian music genres with a magical touch of electronic elements. Release Date: 1st March 2011 Record Label: Afro:Baile Records Brazil: Sambossica 3 is available to buy at Bandcamp. Tracklisting: 1. Sandalia de Prata – O Pescador 2. Euterpe – Dançando no Rio 3. Katia Moraes – Tranquilidade 4. Partido Leve – Um Cara Bacana 5. Sambatronica – Samba Hit 6. Ana Paula da Silva – Macumba de Sogra 7. Bruna Melina – Wonderful City 8. Fred Jorge e os Mairorais – Ponto de Vista (Tchau, valeu) 9. Euterpe – Gogó do Nego 10. Dois do Samba – Contrariedade 11. Michele Bruna – Roda Viva 12. Tijuquera – Vista do Canal Related posts:  Rising Brazilian Superstar Bruna Melina was featured in the Resende News. Bruna is one of the featurd artists on the Brazil:Sambossica 3 album. (Resende) The feature gives you a small insight to a Wonderful City this young lady has written about in her song.   Can we say WOW!!! ... WOW! Much love and appreciation to our friends over at Brazilian Blend Radio! Our man Fred sent us a nice email today informing us that they aired a blurb about the new Brazil:Sambossica 3 (by DJ Seduce) album on local TV! Yep, we got a mention with the one and only Sergio Mendez as well! If you havent checked out the Brazilian Blend Radio show, please do, they host the best in Brazilian Music old and new! Check the link - www.BrazilianBlend.nl | LATEST NEWS:Whats new and happening Archives:May 2012 CATEGORIES:All |
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