Eliane Elias – Time and Again (Candid Records, 2024)
Renowned Brazilian pianist, composer, and vocalist Eliane Elias is set to release her new album, Time and Again, on June 28, 2024. This album grabs your attention from the very first second. It contains her signature mix of irresistible Brazilian rhythms with elegant jazz, soulful R&B, and pop music hooks.
The lead single, “Sempre,” features a riveting duo with the legendary Brazilian composer and singer Djavan. Eliane explains, “I wrote ‘Sempre’ with Djavan in mind, reflecting our shared musical heritage and our love for performing.”
Produced by Eliane alongside Marc Johnson and Steve Rodby, Time and Again includes eight original compositions. The album features some of the finest musicians in the Brazilian and American contemporary jazz scene: guitarists Conrado Goys, Marcus Teixeira, and Daniel Santiago; acoustic bassist Marc Johnson; electric bassist Marcelo Mariano; and drummers Edu Ribeiro and Cuca Teixeira.
Guest musicians include luminaries like vibraphonist Mike Mainieri, drummer Peter Erskine, guitarist Bill Frisell, percussionists Marivaldo dos Santos and Davi Vieira, and fantastic wordless vocals by Mark Kibble. Kibble, known for his work with Take 6, who previously collaborated with Eliane on her Grammy-winning album Made in Brazil.
The passionate opening track, “At First Sight,” combines melody and lyrics to convey the exhilarating feeling of instant love. “Falo do Amor” (I Talk About Love) is dedicated to Eliane’s granddaughter, Lucy, and celebrates the joy and inspiration she brings. Moving forward, “It’s Time” highlights Eliane’s seductive, enthralling vocals over a flavorful rhythmic groove by Marc Johnson and Peter Erskine.
“How Many Times” is a dreamy song featuring Mike Mainieri and Bill Frisell. “A Volta” (The Return) offers a contemporary Brazilian rhythm in ¾ time, depicting the anticipation of waiting. Meanwhile, “Making Honey” is a playful track about recognizing romance, and “Too Late,” the final song, explores the regret of a relationship’s end.
Buy Time and Again.
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.