Widely known as the composer of the Grammy-winning “The Girl From Ipanema,” Jobim was influential in the creation of the Brazilian bossa nova style and its international popularity.
His songs and arrangements have been performed by numerous artists around the world. In 1995 he won a posthumous Best Latin Jazz Performance GRAMMY for his album Antonio Brasileiro.
Other Lifetime Achievement recipients this year include Allman Brothers Band, Glen Campbell, George Jones, the Memphis Horns, Diana Ross and Gil Scott-Heron.
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.
