A Peleja do Diabo com o Dono do Céu
Zé Ramalho · 1979
53 min · 14 tracks · música popular brasileira
A fusion of Brazilian folk rhythms and poetic lyricism, infused with rock and traditional sounds that challenge societal norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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A peleja do diabo com o dono do céu Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, blending folklore with modern existential questions through its narrative style and musical complexity.
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Admirável gado novo — This track offers a biting critique of conformity and society's blind obedience, delivered through an infectious melody that contrasts its serious message.
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Garoto de aluguel (taxi boy) — Exploring themes of identity and urban life, this song stands out for its storytelling approach, reflecting the struggles of marginalized individuals in society.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This debut album showcases strong compositional elements and distinctiveness within its genre, though it has some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word segments, creating a narrative flow that intersperses music with poetic dialogue.
- The instrumentation varies significantly across tracks, with the use of acoustic guitars, percussion, and occasional orchestral arrangements enhancing the folk-rock sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- vibrant storytelling for cultural connection
- engaging rhythms for active listening
- thought-provoking themes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek consistent energy throughout
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debut album that marked Zé Ramalho's entry into the Brazilian music scene.
- Career context
- Released in 1979, A Peleja do Diabo com o Dono do Céu was Zé Ramalho's debut album, marking his entry into the Brazilian music scene. At this time, he was emerging from the cultural landscape shaped by the popular music movement of the late 1970s, showcasing a unique blend of regional influences and contemporary themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alceu Valença· Dominguinhos· Elis Regina
Tracklist
- 1 A peleja do diabo com o dono do céu Start here 4:31
- 2 Admirável gado novo 4:55
- 3 Falas do povo 4:14
- 4 Beira-mar 3:58
- 5 Garoto de aluguel (taxi boy) 3:05
- 6 Pelo vinho e pelo pão 3:21
- 7 Mote das amplidões 3:59
- 8 Jardim das acácias 5:12
- 9 Agônico 1:45
- 10 Frevo mulher 4:36
- 11 Admirável gado novo (instrumental) 4:49
- 12 Mr. Tambourine Man 2:26
- 13 Hino amizade 3:06
- 14 O desafio do século 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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