Brazil Song (Cancões Do Brasil) cover

Brazil Song (Cancões Do Brasil)

Mark Murphy · 1984

33 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of Brazilian rhythms and jazz sensibilities that invites listeners into an exotic soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • exotic soundscapes for relaxation
  • playful rhythms for gatherings
  • short tracks for casual listening
  • gentle melodies for afternoon breezes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy intensity
  • prefer lengthy, complex compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Brazil Song' was released in 1984, Mark Murphy had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz vocalism, following his breakthrough with albums like 'The Jazz Message' in the early 1960s. This album marked a significant exploration into Brazilian music, showcasing his adaptability and willingness to embrace new influences while continuing to build on his substantial career.
Stylistic neighbors
Carmen McRae· Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Desafinado 4:02
  • 2 Two Kites 3:36
  • 3 The Island 4:03
  • 4 Bolero De Sata 3:49
  • 5 She 2:58
  • 6 Someone To Light Up My Life (Se Todos Fossem Iguais A Voce) 2:57
  • 7 Nothing Will Be 3:57
  • 8 Outubro (October) 3:58
  • 9 Bridges 3:59

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata