Mutantes e Seus Cometas no País do Baurets
Os Mutantes · 1972
46 min · 10 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant collision of psychedelic rock and Brazilian rhythms that defies convention and embraces chaos.
Top tracks — play these first
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Posso perder minha mulher, minha mãe, desde que eu tenha o rock and roll — This track embodies the band's playful spirit and lyrical wit, expressing a defiant love for rock music above all else.
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Balada do louco — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this song showcases the band's ability to blend emotion with surrealism.
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Mutantes e seus cometas no país do baurets — The album's title track serves as a grand culmination of their psychedelic explorations, featuring intricate arrangements and bold experimentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This album showcases innovative compositions and a unique sound that stands out within its genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes and unconventional song structures, creating a sense of unpredictability.
- The use of vocal harmonies is prominent, with multiple voices layering over each other in a way that enhances the chaotic feel of the music.
- 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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9/10
- 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
- playful experimentation with sound
- vibrant bursts of chaotic energy
- adventurous spirit in every track
- eclectic mix for curious listeners
Maybe skip if you
- seek straightforward song structures
- prefer polished, mainstream production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Os Mutantes released this album in 1972, they were already pivotal figures in the Tropicália movement, which sought to blend popular music with avant-garde art. This was their fourth studio album, following the acclaimed ' Jardim Elétrico' in 1971, marking a period of experimentation as they pushed the boundaries of Brazilian rock and cultural expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil· Novos Baianos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Posso perder minha mulher, minha mãe, desde que eu tenha o rock and roll 3:45
- 2 Vida de cachorro 3:15
- 3 Dune Buggy 5:25
- 4 Cantor de mambo 4:39
- 5 Beijo exagerado / Todo mundo pastou 4:50
- 6 Balada do louco 4:01
- 7 A hora e a vez do cabelo nascer 3:34
- 8 Rua Augusta 4:07
- 9 Mutantes e seus cometas no país do baurets 9:54
- 10 Todo mundo pastou II 2:25
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