Brasileiro
Sérgio Mendes · 1992
53 min · 14 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of Brazilian rhythms and contemporary jazz elements creates an infectious energy that dances through every track.
Top tracks — play these first
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Magalenha — This track is a rhythmic celebration of Brazilian culture, featuring infectious percussion and lively melodies that encapsulate the essence of the album.
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Indiado — With its captivating arrangement and vibrant instrumentation, this track highlights Mendes' ability to merge traditional sounds with modern sensibilities.
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Senhoras do Amazonas — This piece evokes the spirit of the Amazon, blending intricate rhythms and lush harmonies that showcase Mendes' mastery as a composer and performer.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album effectively blends Brazilian rhythms with jazz, showcasing strong melodies and rhythmic complexity.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and layered percussion, creating a lively atmosphere throughout.
- Each track typically showcases a distinct melodic theme that is developed and varied, often featuring call-and-response patterns.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Brazilian instruments alongside jazz elements, blending styles seamlessly.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady rhythmic journey throughout
- celebratory energy for gatherings
- inviting danceable grooves
- vibrant sounds for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek heavy lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1992, Sérgio Mendes was in a phase of creative revitalization, following a string of successful albums in the 1980s. 'Brasileiro' marked his return to a more traditional Brazilian sound after exploring pop influences, showcasing his deep roots in bossa nova and samba.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Astrud Gilberto· João Gilberto· Caetano Veloso
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fanfarra (Cabua-Le-Le) 4:06
- 2 Magalenha 3:41
- 3 Indiado 4:19
- 4 What Is This? 4:49
- 5 Lua soberana 4:15
- 6 Sambadouro 3:51
- 7 Senhoras do Amazonas 4:43
- 8 Kalimba 4:21
- 9 Barabaré 3:26
- 10 Esconjuros 3:41
- 11 Pipoca 3:10
- 12 Magano 4:38
- 13 Chorado 3:24
- 14 Fanfarra (despedida) 0:29
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