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Loham - Barulhinho Bom single artwork. Two artist photos surrounded by fruits.
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Loham’s Enchanting Brazilian Grooves on “Barulhinho Bom”

Tom Orr August 5, 2024 No Comments Brazilian musicLohamMPBworld music

A jaunty acoustic journey into the familiarities of MPB,”Barulhinho Bom” by Brazil’s Loham features keenly committed vocals, equally conversant percussion and a good deal more…

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Aloysio Letra
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Aloysio Letra, an Emotional Journey Through Afro-Brazilian Rhythms

Iliana Cabrera November 25, 2023 No Comments Afro-BrazilianAloysio LetraBrazilian musiccandombléMPBworld music

Singer and composer from the outskirts of the eastern zone of São Paulo, Aloysio Letra participates in the celebrations of the outskirts. He composes unique…

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Adriana Calcanhotto
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Adriana Calcanhotto Announces September 2022 US Tour

World Music Central News Room July 23, 2022 No Comments Adriana CalcanhottoBrazilian musicMPBsamba

Adriana Calcanhotto, one of the biggest stars of Brazilian music, will be touring the United States in September 2022. Acclaimed by fans and critics alike,…

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Milton Nascimento
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Milton Nascimento Farewell Tour 2022, One Final Music Session

World Music Central News Room July 22, 2022 No Comments Brazilian musicMilton NascimentoMPB

Brazilian music luminary Milton Nascimento has announced farewell to the stage and promises an epic tour to honor the fans. With a trajectory that includes…

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Gauche! / In Gouache ..

Adolf Alzuphar May 10, 2016 No Comments bossa novaMPBMusica Popular BrasileiraZeca Baleiro

Given the news that we receive about Brazil daily, that the President will be impeached, that millions are sliding into poverty, that corruption is mining…

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