Bossa Nova Stories cover

Bossa Nova Stories

Eliane Elias · 2008

59 min · 14 tracks · jazz fusion

A vibrant blend of classic bossa nova rhythms and contemporary jazz sensibilities, inviting listeners into a sun-soaked musical landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sun-soaked afternoon relaxation
  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • gentle background for socializing
  • nostalgic warmth in every note
  • smooth transitions between tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy music
  • need fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Bossa Nova Stories' marked Eliane Elias's continued evolution as an artist following her successful album 'Dreamer'. At this point in her career, she was recognized for her ability to fuse Brazilian music with jazz, further solidifying her status as a prominent figure in both genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Pat Metheny· Herbie Hancock

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Girl from Ipanema 5:22
  • 2 Chega de Saudade 3:22
  • 3 The More I See You 4:13
  • 4 They Can't Take That Away from Me 3:47
  • 5 Desafinado 4:27
  • 6 Estate (Summer) 5:20
  • 7 Day In Day Out 4:21
  • 8 I'm Not Alone (Who Loves You?) 4:50
  • 9 Too Marvelous for Words 3:55
  • 10 Superwoman 3:39
  • 11 Falsa Baiana 4:01
  • 12 Minha Saudade 2:11
  • 13 A Ra (The Frog) 4:14
  • 14 Day by Day 5:27

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata