Released 30 years ago
Mundo Civilizado
Arto Lindsay · 1996
40 min · 11 tracks · no wave
An eclectic fusion of Brazilian rhythms and experimental soundscapes, reflecting a vibrant cultural tapestry.
Top tracks — play these first
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Complicity — The opening track sets the tone with intricate layers of rhythm and melody, establishing the album's unique blend of Brazilian influences and experimental sounds.
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Q Samba — This track showcases Lindsay's ability to incorporate traditional samba rhythms into contemporary music, exemplifying the cultural fusion that defines the album.
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Mundo civilizado — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of modernity and cultural dislocation, blending poignant lyrics with lush instrumentation that invites reflection.
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Erotic City — A standout moment that combines sensuality with experimentation, this track highlights Lindsay's lyrical depth while maintaining an infectious groove.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Mundo Civilizado showcases a unique blend of styles with strong craftsmanship but has uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a rhythmic pulse that blends Brazilian percussion with avant-garde textures, setting a dynamic tone.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that intertwine with instrumental sections, emphasizing the fusion of genres.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Complicity 4:05
- 2 Q Samba 3:27
- 3 Simply Beautiful 3:58
- 4 Mundo civilizado 4:23
- 5 Titled 3:18
- 6 Horizontal 3:29
- 7 Mar da Gávea 2:43
- 8 Imbassaí 3:16
- 9 Pleasure 2:37
- 10 Erotic City 5:01
- 11 Clown 3:50
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