Jorge Ben Jor is a composer of Brazilian hits likes “Mas, Que Nada,””Chove Chuva,””Que Pena,” and “Pais Tropical.” This happy master of samba-funk consistently has…
Artist Profiles: Jorge Ben Jor
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Artist Profiles: Neguinho da Beija-Flor
Luiz Feliciano Antonio Marcondes, better known as Neguinho da Beija-Flor, was born in Nova Iguaçu, Brazil on June 29, 1949. He is considered one of…
18th Annual Brazilian Carnaval in Los Angeles to Present Samba Star Neguinho da Beija-Flor
Samba star Neguinho da Beija-Flor is set to perform on February 24th, 2018 at Cafe Club Fais Do-Do in Los Angeles. Considered one of the…
Dance of Time by Eliane Elias Wins Best Latin Jazz/Jazz Latin Grammy Award
Dance of Time by celebrated Brazilian pianist and vocalist Eliane Elias won the Best Latin Jazz/Jazz award at 18th Latin Grammy Awards. The award-winning…
Minha Casa
Carol Bach-y-Rita – “Minha Casa / My House” (2016) American jazz vocalist produced her new album, Minha Casa / My House. It’s a collection of…
A Passionate Tribute to Cartola
Teresa Cristina – Canta Cartola (Nonesuch, 2016) Teresa Cristina is one of Brazil’s most popular singers. Canta Cartola is her tribute to one of the…
Elza Soares to Perform at Barbican Hall in November 2016
Vocalist and samba star Elza Soares is set to perform on Sunday, November 13, 2016 at Barbican Hall in London. The concert is part of…
Electronic Edgy and Savagely Cool Luisa Maita
Luisa Maita – Fio da Memoria (Cumbancha, 2016) Fans of the Brazilian songwriter and songstress Luisa Maita are set to be rewarded a big payout…
Brazilian Bands Today at SummerStage in New York City
SummerStage will present several Brazilian today, Saturday, August 6 in Central Park, Manhattan. The artists featured include Monobloco, Cabruêra, Boogarins, and DJ Luiz Santos. Admission…
Thalma de Freitas to perform at Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles
Brazilian singer, songwriter, and actress Thalma de Freitas is set to perform on Thursday, August 4, at 8:00 PM at the Skirball Cultural Center’s Sunset…