Clube da Esquina 2
Milton Nascimento · 1978
80 min · 23 tracks · música popular brasileira
A lush tapestry of Brazilian rhythms and harmonies interwoven with introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Clube da Esquina 2' is significant for its role in popularizing Brazilian music globally and showcases Nascimento's distinctive style that influenced countless musicians. The album received positive critical reception and contributed to the evolving narrative of Brazilian popular music during a politically tumultuous period.
- Best for
- dynamic flow with varied pacing introspective moments for reflection lively rhythms for casual listening
- Context
- Released in 1978, 'Clube da Esquina 2' marked Milton Nascimento's continued exploration of the Clube da Esquina movement, following the critically acclaimed 'Clube da Esquina' from 1972. At this point, Nascimento was already recognized as a key figure in Brazilian music, blending genres like MPB and rock while collaborating with influential artists such as Lô Borges.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Legião Urbana· Raul Seixas· Roberto Carlos· Angela Ro Ro· Lulu Santos· The Who· Lobão· Elvis Presley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Credo 3:05
- 2 Nascente 3:22
- 3 Ruas da cidade 3:02
- 4 Paixão e fé 3:43
- 5 Casamiento de negros 3:52
- 6 Olho d'água Standout 4:32
- 7 Canoa, canoa 4:02
- 8 O que foi feito de vera 4:53
- 9 Mistérios 4:03
- 10 Pão e água 2:36
- 11 E daí? (A queda) Standout 5:15
Disc 2
- 1 Canção amiga 2:33
- 2 Canción por la unidad latinoamericana 3:56
- 3 Tanto 3:35
- 4 Dona Olímpia (Your Moon) 2:40
- 5 Testamento 3:56
- 6 A sede do peixe (Para o que não tem solução) 2:26
- 7 Léo 4:05
- 8 Maria Maria Standout 3:04
- 9 Meu menino 2:38
- 10 Toshiro 3:29
- 11 Reis e rainhas do Maracatu (Tema dos estudantes do samba de três pontas) 2:39
- 12 Que bom, amigo 2:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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