Jardim Elétrico
Os Mutantes · 1971
38 min · 11 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant fusion of psychedelic rock and Brazilian rhythms, weaving surreal lyrics with eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Top Top — The opening track sets the tone with infectious energy, blending whimsical lyrics with catchy melodies that encapsulate the band's playful style.
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El justiciero — This song showcases a unique blend of Latin rhythms and psychedelic elements, exemplifying the experimental nature of the album while maintaining a catchy hook.
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Jardim elétrico — The titular track serves as a centerpiece, featuring intricate arrangements that reflect the band's avant-garde sensibilities and lyrical surrealism.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases innovative songwriting and eclectic sounds, marking it as a significant entry in Brazilian music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a punchy, upbeat track that sets a lively tone, followed by a series of songs that incorporate varied instrumentation like flutes and electric guitars.
- The lyrics often employ surreal imagery and playful language, which complements the eclectic musical arrangements and enhances the overall psychedelic feel.
- 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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8/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical narratives with surreal imagery
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- playful rhythms for lively gatherings
- quick, engaging sonic explorations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective albums
- want straightforward lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, Jardim Elétrico is Os Mutantes' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with the self-titled debut in 1968. At this point in their career, they were already prominent figures in the Tropicália movement, pushing the boundaries of Brazilian music by blending traditional sounds with global rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil· Novos Baianos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Top Top 2:28
- 2 Benvinda 2:48
- 3 Tecnicolor 3:44
- 4 El justiciero 3:52
- 5 It’s Very Nice pra xuxu 4:49
- 6 Portugal de navio 2:43
- 7 Virgínia 3:27
- 8 Jardim elétrico 3:14
- 9 Lady, Lady 3:33
- 10 Saravá 4:25
- 11 Baby 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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