Angelus cover

Angelus

Milton Nascimento · 1994

70 min · 15 tracks · música popular brasileira

A rich tapestry of Brazilian rhythms entwined with introspective melodies and Nascimento's distinctive vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective melodies for reflection
  • rich tapestry of rhythmic waves
  • for late-night solitude
  • inviting warmth for cozy gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike slow, unfolding narratives
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Angelus' was released in 1994, Milton Nascimento was already a celebrated figure in Brazilian music, having established himself with albums like 'Clube da Esquina'. This album arrived during a phase where he sought to blend his roots in MPB with contemporary influences, reflecting both personal and cultural narratives. 'Angelus' showcases his continuous evolution as an artist while maintaining his signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil· João Gilberto

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Seis horas da tarde 4:12
  • 2 Estrelada 5:01
  • 3 De um modo geral… 5:37
  • 4 Angelus 2:35
  • 5 Coisas de Minas 5:27
  • 6 Hello Goodbye 4:30
  • 7 Sofro calado 1:10
  • 8 Clube da Esquina №2 5:51
  • 9 Meu veneno 3:45
  • 10 Only a Dream in Rio 6:29
  • 11 Qualquer coisa a haver com o paraíso 6:59
  • 12 Vera Cruz 6:34
  • 13 Novena 5:02
  • 14 Amor amigo 4:19
  • 15 Sofro calado 2:25

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