Rock In Rio (Day One)
There is something about Rock In Rio that just seems quite exciting. Maybe it’s the history because this year’s edition did not look that great on paper, or at least none of the headliners did, yet we still... Read Article
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Discussing Brazilian Music with Mia Doi Todd
In the first part of a new series of articles discussing Brazilian music with various international musicians we talk to Mia Doi Todd about her relationship with music from Brazil and how it has helped shape her own sound.
MIXTAPE DJ Mario’s New Brazilian Mixtape
Friday mixtape is back with a selection of classic Brazilian tuneage from DJ Mario, a man who will soon be enchanting the ears of London folk with a set at Batmacumba’s New Year’s Eve party. Frankly, this mix... Read Article
Chico Buarque & Milton Nascimento — Calice
Calice is Portuguese for chalice, but is also being used here as a slight play of words, as ‘cale-se’ (pronounced the same) is a command meaning ‘be quiet’ or ’shut up’. The opening chorus then translates as ‘Father,... Read Article
MIXTAPE Botafogo Social Club’s Mixtape #1
This is very exciting! Sounds and Colours are teaming up with Botafogo Social Club to bring you all the flavour of Brazil straight from Botafogo in Rio. Each month they will be holding a club night celebrating the... Read Article
Viradão Carioca means 72 hours of non-stop music in Rio
You’re never far from a party in Rio and this weekend (23rd-25th April) won’t be any different. In fact, it has the best possible start. Wednesday 21st is Tiradentes, a bank holiday to celebrate the hero of the... Read Article