Best Samba
Stan Getz & João Gilberto’s *Getz/Gilberto* (1964) is a landmark recording that fused American jazz with Brazilian music. Featuring Stan Getz's saxophone and João Gilberto’s vocals and guitar, the album popularized bossa nova globally. Its inclusion of “The Girl from Ipanema” earned it a Grammy Awar...
Feijoada is a traditional Brazilian bean stew recognized as the country’s national dish. It features black beans simmered for hours with various smoked and salted pork products including ears, ribs, and feet. This rich, savory dish is often prepared for special occasions and enjoyed primarily by Bra...
Chico Buarque’s *Construção* (1971) is a landmark Brazilian album blending sophisticated Música Popular Brasileira with potent political commentary. The collection showcases Buarque's masterful songwriting and intricate arrangements reflecting the anxieties of the 1970s in Brazil. It remains signifi...
Marisa Monte’s *Mais* (1991) represents a significant moment in Brazilian music. This album showcases her distinctive voice within the MPB genre, incorporating elements of samba and pop with notable collaborations including Arto Lindsay. It's valued by listeners interested in sophisticated Brazilian...
Luz is a studio album by Brazilian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Djavan, released in 1982. It combines música popular brasileira with elements of samba, jazz, funk, and pop, using layered vocal and instrumental arrangements characteristic of Djavan's work. The album includes "Samurai...
Natural Feelings is a 1970 album by Brazilian drummer and percussionist Airto Moreira, released early in his career as a bandleader in the United States. The recording combines Brazilian rhythmic traditions, including samba-derived percussion, with jazz improvisation and emerging fusion textures. It...
