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Living legend Gilberto Gil paying tribute to the incredible songs of João Gilberto. Immaculate and relaxed playing, subtly modern and playful arrangements. Very special. The corresponding studio album is a new classic, can't recommend it enough.
Jul 12, 2024
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It's impossible to pin point Jorge Ben as a single genre. an iconic album of Brazilian Tropicalism it incorporates Samba, Soul and Rock in unique and exciting ways. It speaks to the Modernist concept of Antropofagismo citing both American pop culture and local Carioca culture.
Highlights: Cadê Tereza and Charles, anjo 45
Jan 9, 2025
Bossa nova and samba music are just obvious and impeccable summer vibes. Listening makes me feel simultaneously like lying on a towel on a beach in a different corner of the world, and in a linen suit at a glamorous resort restaurant at sunset. A fav album of the genre for your listening pleasure.
Jul 22, 2024
This one is a recent discovery for me, a happy surprise full of classical samba songs with a beautiful and strong interpretation.
Highlights: Madalena and Seleção da Mangueira
Jan 10, 2025
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Blindsided by this, really sad. The list of Albini's productions is jaw-dropping. Magnolia Electric Company is one of the great pieces of post-industrial Americana, bleak and beautiful. Farewell Transmission is Jason Molina's most powerful recording, but the album (incl. outtakes) is stacked. Heavy & gorgeous, suitable for the moment.
May 8, 2024
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Tearing up right now instead of working. I moved to the city as the last of Williamsburg's artistic energy was spent, and I moved to the edge of the neighborhood after it was already hollowed out. God bless the few places that are still interesting: Spectacle, Union Pool, Ore Bar, Blue Sun, Miriam Gallery, The P.I.T., Baby's, etc.
Are there places in NYC with a real artistic scene now, or did our new way of living end that possibility? Please don't say Hudson, there's no way I can learn to make furniture.
Jan 30, 2024
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More of a look back on the making of the album, no footage from the actual recording, iirc. But great banter, good insights into the process.
The Wilco doc about making Yankee Hotel Foxtrot is good and dramatic, too—I Am Trying to Break Your Heart.
Jan 25, 2024