What makes Brazil by Rosemary Clooney notable?

The album 'Brazil' is significant for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from jazz critics who praised Clooney's interpretations of bossa nova classics. It reflects the growing popularity of Brazilian music in the U.S. during this period and contributed to a renewed interest in Clooney's work later in her career. By the time 'Brazil' was released in 2000, Rosemary Clooney had already enjoyed a long and varied career, marked by her return to prominence in the jazz scene during the late 1990s. This album, featuring classic bossa nova and samba standards, came after her successful collaborations with other artists and showcased her enduring vocal prowess.

Brazil works well if you're into lush orchestrations for relaxation, steady pacing for easy listening and warm vocals for nostalgic moments.

How many songs are on Brazil?

Brazil has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Released 26 years ago this June

Brazil

Rosemary Clooney · 2000

61 min · 16 tracks · jazz

Lush orchestrations and Clooney's warm vocals create a timeless homage to Brazilian music.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

lush orchestrations for relaxation
steady pacing for easy listening
warm vocals for nostalgic moments
balanced progression through tracks
ideal for intimate gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

seeking upbeat dance tracks
prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Brazil' was released in 2000, Rosemary Clooney had already enjoyed a long and varied career, marked by her return to prominence in the jazz scene during the late 1990s. This album, featuring classic bossa nova and samba standards, came after her successful collaborations with other artists and showcased her enduring vocal prowess.
Stylistic neighbors: Ella Fitzgerald· Nat King Cole· Sarah Vaughan