Vanessa da Mata Discusses 20 Years As A Solo Artist and New Live Show
“The sounds of the Amazon are the base of my music”, Vanessa da Mata explains to me. “I really believe... Read Article
Discussing Rap, Rio and Politics with Gabriel O Pensador
Gabriel O Pensador leapt into the Brazilian public consciousness with his first ever single, “Tô Feliz (Matei o Presidente)” (I’m Happy... Read Article
Bixiga 70 Announce New Album ‘Quebra-Cabeça’ With Release of Title Track; European Shows Announced
Bixiga 70 have returned with a rocket of a new track that sizzles in all the right ways: funky guitars,... Read Article
MIXTAPE Zenoção’s Independência ou Morte Mixtape
Brazilian music really does make a mockery of the label “diversity”. Many countries and artists may lay claim to having... Read Article
PREMIÈRE: New Kinah Hamilton & The True Believers Release Is Pure Spiritual Hip-Hop
There’s serious heft to the new album by Kinah Hamilton & The True Believers. The work of Bruno Abdala and... Read Article
Freedom At The Heart Of Carnival: An Interview with BaianaSystem
BaianaSystem are one of the most exciting bands coming out of Brazil at the moment – more specifically, Bahia, the... Read Article
MIXTAPE Venus X and Asmara’s Putaria Maxima Mix Vol. 2 Mixtape
Following on from their much-acclaimed Putaria Maxima mixtape last year, Venus X and Asmara are back with a second volume.... Read Article
REVIEW Human Beings Can Be Transformed: Discussing Neon Bull with Gabriel Mascaro
I’ve seen few films that have left such an impression on me as Neon Bull (Original Portuguese Title: Boi Neon)... Read Article
Karol Conka Pays Homage to Sabotage In New Video
Karol Conka has paid spectacular homage to one of her rap icons, Sabotage, by recording a new version of his... Read Article
PREMIÈRE: Title Track from Upcoming Brazilian Synth Album ‘Onda de Amor’ on Soundway
There’s certainly nothing new in announcing the release of a new compilation of Brazilian music – they are never in... Read Article
The Crazy, Sweet Life of Clarice Assad
“Today was a crazy day,” announced Brazilian musician, Clarice Assad, before adding, “but sweet.” Clarice had come to the City... Read Article
Elza Soares Returns With New Album ‘Deus é Mulher’
Following on from the huge critical success of A Mulher Do Fim Do Mundo (The Woman At The End Of... Read Article