Banda Black Rio
Ed Motta’s 10 Brazilian Soul Classics
Ed Motta knows a thing or two about soul. As the nephew of Brazil’s finest soul man Tim Maia, it’s... Read Article
REVIEW Sabrina Malheiros – Dreaming
Since its birth in the mid-50s, bossa nova has been one of Brazil’s greatest gifts to modern music. Rhythm, harmony... Read Article
MIXTAPE DJ Alquimix’s Groovi Brasilis Mixtape
Great new mix from DJ Alquimix featuring a selection of what he calls “grooves finos e sortidos.” In other words... Read Article
Not Ready for the Museum Yet: An Interview with Banda Black Rio’s William Magalhaes
Sounds and Colours’ Eduardo Pagnoncelli recently reviewed Banda Black Rio’s exciting new album SuperNovaSambaFunk and here interviews William Magalhaes (pictured... Read Article
REVIEW Banda Black Rio – Super Nova Samba Funk
This isn't the first time Sounds and Colours have written about Banda Black Rio, and after listening to their new album, I am sure this won't be the last. Banda Black Rio first experienced success in the 70s but had to stop in the early 80s due to its leader’s, Oberdan Magalhaes, tragic death. However, the importance of Banda Black Rio was never forgotten and Oberdan’s son, musician William Magalhaes put the pieces together, formed a new group and continued the band's legacy.
Banda Black Rio: music and social revolution
Formed in 1976, Banda Black Rio is one of the most important names of Brazilian music history. Being one of... Read Article
MIXTAPE Happy Jazz Radio’s Brazilian Mix
In our constant search for new sounds and artists we always like to feature a few mixtapes on the site,... Read Article