The albums that define
samba rock.
Our picks for where to start with samba rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The samba rock essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Jorge Ben
O Bidú – Silêncio no Brooklin
Joyful rhythms merge samba and bossa nova with playful melodies and Jorge Ben's distinctive voice.
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Jorge Ben
Sacundin Ben Samba
A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and bossa nova melodies that grooves with joyful spontaneity.
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Erasmo Carlos
O Futuro Pertence à... Jovem Guarda
A nostalgic blend of samba rock and Brazilian pop, echoing the vibrant spirit of Jovem Guarda.
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Erasmo Carlos
Carlos, Erasmo
A vibrant fusion of samba rock and poetic lyricism that captures the spirit of Brazilian culture in the early '70s.
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