Recorded in London, this 2004 album features Veloso reinterpreting songs from the Great American Songbook in his native Portuguese. It represents a unique dialogue between Brazilian bossa nova and the American jazz standard tradition.
- The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios with a large ensemble including members of the NDR Big Band. Producer Carlinhos Brown also contributed percussion and arrangements.
- The album reached number 1 on the Brazilian music charts. It was also a critical success, earning a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Brazilian Song.
- Veloso's interpretations blend bossa nova rhythms and his signature vocalizations with the original jazz melodies, creating a novel listening experience.
Caetano Veloso is a foundational figure in Tropicalismo, a Brazilian musical movement that challenged conventions in the late 1960s. He is an internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, guitarist, and poet known for his distinctive vocal style and politically charged, experimental music.
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