Brazilian singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist Mateus Aleluia Filho has released a fresh interpretation of the classic Papel Machê. This rendition is deeply rooted in the…
Mateus Aleluia Filho Revives Bahian Reggae with “Papel Machê”
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First-class Brazilian Reggae by Karola Nunes
There’s never been a shortage of top-notch Brazilian reggae, and “Botânica” by Karola Nunes is a great addition to the bumper crop, sporting layers of…
Rico Côrtes’ Refreshing Brazilian Pagode
The often-overlooked Brazilian pagode sound gets a refresher courtesy of Rico Côrtes, whose “Quero Ter Replay” is a bright and bouncy example of why pagode…
Brasil Calling: Volume 14 – A Vibrant Fusion of Traditional and Modern Sounds
Brasil Calling is a series of compilations designed to introduce new Brazilian talent to international media. In this case, the majority of the artists fall…
Joyful Brazilian Baião by Cirio
Amidst the flood of samba and bossa nova that’s been released over the decades, Brazilian baião music is sometimes overlooked. Whether or not a singer…
Natalie Cressman and Ian Faquini Honor Brazilian Composer Guinga in New Album
Natalie Cressman and Ian Faquini – Guinga (GroundUp Music, 2024) Extraordinary New York-based trombonist, singer, and composer Natalie Cressman shines as a versatile artist comfortable…
Delightful Harmonica with a Latin Music Twist
It’s not often that you hear a harmonica solo on a Latin-flavored track, but it’s just one of several ingredients that makes “Chico Tímido” by…
José Mauro, Brazilian Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 75
José Mauro, an iconic Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist, passed away at 75 after a brief illness. Known for his two albums, Obnoxius (1970) and A…
Luciane Dom and Gafieira Rio Miami Set to Perform at Logan Square Auditorium
On Friday, October 4, Logan Square Auditorium in Chicago will host a performance by Luciane Dom, a multilingual singer, songwriter, and producer from Rio de…
Sapocaya’s Multicultural Array of Afro-Rooted Jazz
With their instrumental track “Baraúna,” a French band called Sapocaya expertly captures the point where Africa, Brazil, and jazz converge.