Tanto Tempo

Hermoso álbum. Me gustó que es una versión moderna del estilo clásico de la bossa nova. La voz de Bebel es bellísima. La versión de "Bananeira" me sorprendió, tiene muchísimo groove. De hecho, me hubiese gustado que versionara más de los temas en ese estilo, porque era una mixtura muy buena entre un groove más funk-soul y ritmos brasileros.

Okay

It's alright. Makes me feel like I've heard what I need to with this genre, and I now fully understand that while it has a few gems here and there, it's mostly not for me.

The kind of album one hears in a restaurant that forces you to ask the waiter, 'who is this playing?'

Very calm and soothing. I don’t listen to much bossa nova and probably still won’t unless I’m in the mood for it. But it’s very nice.

Great Album to listen to while reading, working at the computer--or candlelight dinner

I found it a bit boring at first - just unoffensive music to have on in the background, but by the end of the album I was really enjoying it.

i liked it! some songs sounded a little corny but i think that might have been because of the english lyrics. but her voice is very lush and overall this was quite enjoyable. portuguese is just such a crazy language!!

I loved this!!! it’s not hard to sell me on bossa nova but I’ve never heard anything of that genre from as recent as 2000 so this was a nice spin on the classic sound. There was a lot of variety that reflected the genres that had developed since bossa nova’s 60s boom, like funk and contemporary smooth jazz sounds which was interesting too, although I still gravitated towards the more classic sounds. Fav tracks: Samba Da Bencao, August Day Song, Tanto Tempo, Samba E Amor, Close Your Eyes

I found this to be excellent background music for a wine tasting event in Napa Valley. Nothing grabbed my attention except for Summer Samba, which has been done by musicians from Andy Williams to Dizzy Gillespie. If you’ve heard the Getz/Gilberto album, you get the idea.

Another pointless inclusion on this weird list.

Elevator music at it's finest

Nope, way too jazzy.

sweet and pleasant

I'm a sucker for this turn of the millenium acid jazz stuff. Its a shame there's no 4Hero or Jazzanova (not even Brand New Heavies!). I guess this and Jamiroquai will have to do. Samba Bencao is slow and sultry until the second half with these skittering beats that wouldn't be out of place on a Mille Plateaux release. The title track has a great cinematic feel, again just really subtle electronics and modern recording techniques make what would be pretty trad bossa nova into something really fresh. Alguem goes a little harder on the electronics. The production techniques do date it a bit (and not necessarily in a good way). Wouldn't be a Bossa album without So Nice. Gilberto almost raps in Bananeira. Close Your Eyes is a cheeky little closer. Its unique for sounding strong without ever really forcing itself on you.

Pretty good

I enjoyed this while driving around in a rainstorm but that's about it. I'm not wild about bossa nova, especially played this straight. This being a fusion with electronic music is overstated. I'm sorry that guy died in a fire.

Awesome

i actually loved this. breezy, pleasant, beautiful - continuing my surprising tradition of really liking samba on this list!

I'm learning from this exercise that I enjoy bossa nova. Great vibes all around. I didn't realize this was João Gilberto's daughter but it's all so obvious in retrospect. The songs did kinda run together after a while but it was a good sound so I'm ok with it :) favorites: samba da bencao, august day song, so nice (summer samba)

2.5

It’s nice but I wouldn’t die to save it.

bloopa nova

3.75

Kinda cool listen but I still do not understand how this is a must listen.

Fun world music, enjoyed this! 3.5/5

Lovely bossa nova with some subtle modern touches. An absolute pleasure.

Pretty album that blends nice traditional Brazilian bossa nova with some more modern and interesting takes. I really liked "August Day Song" for that reason: the guitar playing is gorgeous and full of soft tensions and her voice plays so nicely with the guitar that it's a real joy to listen to. I think I would have rated this a little higher if it had more of these types of songs on it. Nice album!

I thought I knew what bossa nova was, but after reading that this album is referred to as a staple to the genre, I don't really know it anymore. This was an overall pleasant listen, it exudes sophisticated background cocktail party vibes with suave suites and colorful dresses. If I ever plan on throwing a party like that I'll make sure to add this to the playlist.

This is really smooth, and, dare I say, sexy. This takes me to a place that I didn't know that I needed to be. And honestly, I enjoy not knowing what she's saying more than when she sings in English. The instrumentation is great; there's a great mix of recorded/produced instruments and acoustic instruments. Her singing style is perfect for the tone of the album. This album doesn't really have much (or any at all) cultural impact, at least mainstream culture. Which I think challenges the purpose of this list. Is it to listen to albums that are good (and sometimes great), well-known, and made a major impact to a wide audience? Or is it to listen to albums that are the very best of their genre or sub-genre, whether or not they're known to larger audiences. This album falls in the latter group, but a lot of the albums on this list are the former. Favorite Song(s): Tanto Tempo

gently swinging summer sounds, music for the hips

The vocals are too breathy. This album would've been better served if the vocal tracks were replaced with instrumentation. 2 stars.

1. Samba da Bênção - 9/10 2. August Day Song - 8/10 3. Tanto Tempo - 9.4/10 4. Sem Contenção - 8/10 5. Mais Feliz - 8/10 6. Alguém - 7/10 7. So Nice (Summer Samba) - 8/10 8. Lonely - 8/10 9. Bananeira - 8/10 10. Samba e Amor - 8/10 11. Close Your Eyes - 8/10 8/10

Faded to the background almost immediately

Although I wouldn't stream it, the production and instrumentals were nice. Three stars!

++: Samba da Bênção, Tanto Tempo, So Nice (Summer Samba), Lonely, Samba e Amor, Close Your Eyes +: Mais Feliz, Alguém, Bananeira, No Return +-: August Day Song, Sem Contenção 7,2/10

нормалек, претензий нет. вайбово.

This was fine but I have had better similar albums in this list. Stand-out: Tanto Tempo

Loved listening to this. Floaty and feel good. Nice music.

Starts strongs but dwindles a bit as it goes on (or maybe one just gets used to the sameness). Pleasant discovery nonetheless.

Sumptuous, assured and elegant. Down tempo, calming and just so rich. It's lovely.

I don’t listen to a lot of bossa and can’t imagine reaching for this very often. That being said this was an enjoyable listen and I especially liked the production which I assume is a little different from a lot of bossa. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pleasant

Enjoyed it but it was quite wallpapery - background music

We listened in the car and technically I have a few songs left to listen to, but it was just ok for me. She does have a nice voice. 3 stars.

Nette Stimme, aber dieser Lateinamerikanische? Portugal? - Sound ist nicht so ganz meins. Man konnte es sich anhören

Ganz okay, fand die Stimme angenehm, hat mich im Background nicht gestört.

Bossa Nova: ich liebe diese Rhythmen, die Harmonien, den Klang der Sprache, ...

Nice, gentle samba

Wish I understood the language. That said I listened to the whole album and enjoyed it all the same.

Tanto Tempo? More like not enough tempo

83% Best: Samba Da Bencao; August Day Song; Sem Contencao; Bananeira; Close Your Eyes Must-Hear? Sure

Relaxing, smooth, charming

One of the most inoffensive albums ive listened to in the life. Could have gone without listening to this but I also feel like I’ve heard it 1000 times over in every bar in the Canary Islands 2/5

I can only assume this made the list because the poor producer died trying to save it. Reception music

Didn't know a thing about this album or artist, yet I would listen again.

Really quite nice. Love bassa nova

Nice relaxing bossanova. I generally love hearing Brazilian music but I found this one to be a little too slow for my taste. I guess I was expecting something more appealing but this wasn't horrible. "So Nice" was great though. 7/10.

I've read about the album before, pretty sad story, but this is my first time listening to it. And I can say straight away, this is the best samba/south american record on this list. Beautiful voice by Bebel, pretty good and chilled music, I wouldn't mind listening to it in the background all the time. A very positive surprise.

It was enjoyable enough, but not in English so no way to know if she’s singing nonsense or a nursery rhyme or something reasonable. Just at a huge disadvantage when it comes to comparing international albums.

???? Speaking English may have helped.

Une voix et un album doux comme une caresse

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Classic Bossa-Nova cant go wrong with this. Bananeira is an exceptionally good song considering the whole album.

So Much Time, but despite that I can only find 25 minutes of this to listen to in that time. It's not even on YouTube! Which is a shame because what I heard was so nice. Arf. I listened to live versions of a few tracks and one cover. So anyway, this is absolutely silky smooth. Just beautiful. Joao Gilberto's girl had a good chance of making a great bossa nova record, but it was in no way guaranteed. So yeah, very lovely that she appears to have nailed it here. Trying to find the rest of this record lead me to remembering she worked with the producer Suba in making this, which is an unknown record I really enjoyed much earlier in this journey and have since forgotten. So I'm going back to that now. I am pretty sure I attempted to listen to this after getting Suba's record and had the same problems then.

Nice and relaxing

D Bebel, de Gilberto und ihri Tanto hend es ahgnehms Mittwuch vormittags Tempo, und wie de Basilito scho erwähnt het, endlich mal öppis anders wie änglischito! Absolut passendi Work-, Choch-, Chill- oder sustigi all-day-hintergrundmusigito. Jetzt doch ned so usestächendi Liederitos dasi ihne e extraordinäri Bewertigito chan geh aber es sichers Tanto Tempo 3 ide 5er-Zoneito

Erfrischend und andersch - me gusta. Brasilianischi sängerin und serbische producer did not expect that - me gusta. Suba died from smoke inhalation while saving the newly recorded album from a studio fire - ultra sad. Wber zeigt wahrschindli au biz wivell s ihre bedüted hed. Eich heds mir recht gfalle aber zum ehrlich sie nur eis lied gspeicheret und zu oft wirdi au nüm dennach sueche. Aber wenni im brasilianische entspannigsphase bin - i know who to call. Darum mit schwerem herze 3 ehrlichi sambas vu mir

was füre schöni abwechslig eus da bescheert worde isch mit dem album so schön dasis mir au grad zwei mal ahgloset han, bim erstemal isches im hintergrund vor sich hergloffe und den hanis scho fast schaad gfunde dasi dem nöd meh ufmerksamkeit geh han - drum den grad namal! spannendi elektronischi ihflüss hani da irgendwie vernoh nebed em classi bossa nova ich dabble ja scho sehr fest ih dere brasilianische musig szene würdi ezt vo mir behaupte (nach spotify wrapped ganz fest) aber han vo dere liebe bebel no nie was ghört aber de nachname kenntmer natürlich scho hehe alles ih allem eh super experience gsi und en früsche ufwind wommer hoffentlich wider chli ufd bei hilft aber für de superscore hetts leider denn doch nöd ganz glanget - pack de cristal ball wider ih don nonschg

ay obrigado bebel gilberto! bin zwar nümme ih minere peak brasileira-ära (oder wie ich sie gern au nänne: brasilära) aber isch en sehr willkommeni beprasslig vo mine ghörchnoche gsi! ha mi für en churze moment fast wie in ipanema gfühlt quatro estrelas em meu pescoço

Boring after a while

This was a very pleasant album to listen to. Latin rhythms and terrific voice..

Famous bossa nova singer. Dreamy, relaxing. Very smooth, classy and cosy. Cocktails on a warm summer evening.

This one was alright. No way near as beautiful as the records by Bebel's father João Gilberto from the 50's, 60's, and 70's, but it still the delivers the same airy and soft aesthetic as those albums. Kinda like an updated version of Bossa Nova for the new millennium. Key tracks: Samba da Benção Tanto Tempo

A beautiful slice of late evening sunshine. Smooth and floaty and lovely.

Absolutely lovely! With some groove!

3, 4 if you listen in the rain

best album i’ve heard all year

I like the feel of this, even not understanding most of the lyrics. I would do a 3.5 here, but dropping for a bit of same-ness in the songs.

This is pretty chill. Not bad but not something that I would go searching for

This was a step up from the last couple albums this week - I enjoyed it but probably wouldn't listen again. Bossa Nova to me is lobby or restaurant music.

Not exactly my type of music but it's not bad. A bit boring.

pleasant, not much to say about it

Quite enjoyed this, but it gets a bit like eating too much cake after a while. Sweet and moreish for a bit, then a bit too sugary after a while. Expertly done, but could do with a bit more oomph / change of pace at times.

There's not quite enough here for me to form an opinion. It's pleasant, she has a decent voice. But I wanted a little more variety and experimentation. It sounds like Bossa Nova pop music. A little bland.

Background music in a holiday tv program to Brazil. Amon Tobin sampled the first track... so thats cool I guess?

Boring.

This is good... for elevator music. Dreadfully boring. I'm sure there's some artistic merit here, but I did not need to hear this before I died.

Crazy the producer died saving this record from the fire. I love all the little trip hoppy beats on some of the songs. A healthy mix of lounge and trippiness but I prefer the trippy stuff.

1.5

The lounge easy listening songs here bore me but theres some interesting tracks near the end. Inoffensive.

Muito legal!

wow. This is music that doesn't just play in the background—it creates a mood that lingers long after the final note. Whether it's early morning, afternoon or late at night, her soothing voice and subtle arrangements are a treat for my ears and emotions.

Great stuff. Straight on the relaxed summer sounds playlist.

Pretty nice warm lounge type music

Beautiful voice. Excellent musical arrangements

Bebel, daughter of João He and Stan made me wow Herself less so The producer died He successfully tried To save the tapes Studio up in flames Music not emotionally triggering Over a dinner party sniggering

This is often beautiful album - however, this is elevator music. There’s nothing really special about this album. At times there seem to be sparkles of truly magical ideas, but they’re ultimately drowned out by monotony - which is the biggest shame. I didn’t hate this album, and I can see myself putting it on in the background in the future; I just wish there was more. It’s obvious the inspiration and the talent is there.

Was nice, but in a language I don't speak, so wasn't able to fully enjoy it.

Although for me this would be more relegated to background music than something I actively listen to, I liked it quite a bit. Very pleasant with some nice production touches.

It's always impressive how boring Frank Sinatra etc managed to make Bossa Nova sound. Every BN/Samba offering from actual South American artists has been pretty decent!

it was pretty and had a lot of emotion, but not as good as others. You could tell there were feelings but they weren't as raw and emotional as I hoped. It eventually just started to feel like background music.

So nice... for a relaxing Sunday listen.

Pleasant bossanova beats and a chill delivery. Delightful summertime music!

This album is quite lovely, and it’s really sad how mired in tragedy it is. Dig the Brazilian lounge vibes.

It's supposed to be a modern take on bossa nova, but it sounds quite traditional for the most part. I don't mind at all. Towards the end there's some more pop influences from that era (especially Bananeira). I don't like those songs very much. As usual for Brazilian music, the singing is very laid-back, using only a very limited section of her vocal range. But that's the style. She does it well. Favorite song: sem contenção

Super smooth voice. Great for background music. I won't go as far as saying this music is revolutionary in any capacity, but it's pleasant, played well, and pays homage to a fantastic jazz sub-genre. Bebel Gilberto's vocal is definitely the highlight, though the lightly strummed acoustic guitar is a consistent and comforting element that should also be commended. The modern production sounds fine here, but I honestly didn't notice it until I read some more information about the album and its significance. It's pretty subtle. I didn't catch it on a first listen. As another reviewer wrote: "Tanto Tempo is often billed as bossa-nova meets electronica, but on first listen the electronic elements are scarcely noticeable. At best, they contribute really well to the ambience." In fact, some tracks actually take this the other way. The album opener, Samba da Bencao, sounds like it's being played from an old, battered vinyl. So Nice (Summer Samba) sounds subtly like this too, as do many other tracks on the album. Was this an intentional effect? And if so, why?Another problem is that I don't hear much in terms of album "ups" and "downs" that create a full experience. In other words, there isn't much variety – texturally or tonally – between the different tracks. Medium energy, medium-slow tempos, essentially the same set of instruments (and often in the same key) throughout. Everything remains in one tasteful style, but for a record to achieve a really high rating from me, it's going to have to be more impressive than that. 3/5 Key tracks: August Day Song, Mais Feliz, So Nice (Summer Samba)

Sometimes it’s about set and setting. While it’s the first day of March, it’s been really nice out this weekend. It’s 60 degrees, we’ve been sitting out in the sun. I get to listen to this album on a lazy Saturday. It’s been perfect. “August Day Song” has hit its mark while I work on my gamecube controller maintenance in the sun. A huge contributor to this albums vibe it’s the really pretty blend of bossa nova with a bit of electronica production elements sprinkled in. A nod to the producer Suba, who apparently died saving this album from a studio fire. Another favorite of mine is “Algueno” for its slowed breakbeat-style rhythm, it sounds like it’s come out of a Miami sunrise circa 2000. If you wanna cut to the bossanova chase, listen to “So Nice (Summer Samba)”. The last few tracks of the album pick up the energy a bit if the pace of this album isn’t for you. But, especially in the context of this list, I don’t know how you can’t appreciate this album. Something as unique as a Brazilian bossa album helps create a listening experience, not just an album to get through. Loved this!

Delightful rhythmic music to start to the day to. 9/10

Charming and understated and still quite warm to one's ears (largely down to the vocals) despite the "chilly" electronica effects. One dug on release and still digs, recognizing that it can fade into the background a bit as it goes along, thanks to the opening few cuts being the most charming.

What a great album, this is modern samba, it reminds me of Astrud Gilberto work for sure and I love this vibe, I particulaarly liked "Sem Contençao" and "So Nice" that's sooo enjoyable and while listening to it I wanted to dance that's clearly a really good album !

So apparently someone died while saving this record from a studio fire wtf Pretty soothing, nice to have as background music "Bananeira" - Banger 3.5

Love it!

Vie, vie, vie vie.... FIVE! Maybe a little boring now, but I can't diminish the fact that this played on a continuous loop for about 3 months while in Maui and also finishing late night undergrad art projects... so good.

This is the album Suba died saving! I learned that tragic story when we listened to Suba’s album, not realizing that the recording he produced and saved, Bebel Gilberto’s “Tanto Tempo,” was yet to come on the list. Maybe I should have known - apparently working with Suba or being a Gilberto is the ticket to the 1001 for Brazilian bossa nova artists. Bebel’ dad João and his first wife Astrud are both on the list, so Bebel hits both requirements. I’m not sure what happened in the 30-plus years between João’s hits and Bebel’s in Brazilian music, but we can see an evolution (that may be largely due to Suba?) in style. Suba’s downtempo genre-bending makes a bit of a mark on “Tanto Tempo,” but if I’m remembering correctly I think I like his own album better than this one.

Nothing specific to dislike here. I just feel like I am on hold.

There are like 20 albums I can’t understand why we haven’t seen. But here’s some modern elevator music. Cool.

A fresh take on bossa nova. The production was well done.

Wonderful. Enjoyable.

This is a bossa vibe I can dig. A lot of cool arrangements and stuff going on. Might revisit this one.

Meh

For anyone born or living in Brazil for the last 20 years, it's impossible to do not recognize some of these songs. They are the quintessential songs for elevators and supermarkets in the country. Now that I've listened to the full album, I can state that it's not much better than elevator songs, indeed. Best track: The jazzy "Close Your Eyes."

Chill, great, easy vibes

Album radio hinzugefügt

Good music to drive you to suicide

01) Samba da Bênção - 8,5 02) August Day Song - 8,0 03) Tanto Tempo - 8,5 04) Sem Contenção - 8,0 05) Mais Feliz - 8,0 06) Alguém - 8,5 07) So Nice (Summer Samba) - 8,0 08) Lonely - 7,5 09) Bananeira - 7,5 10) Samba e Amor - 8,0 11) Close Your Eyes - 8,0 12) No Return - 8,0 TOTAL: 8,04 (80/100) Current ranking: 149/460

#499. This is elevator music. And at the end of the day, it doesn't matter if it's the greatest elevator music album on the world, it's still just elevator music. 2/5: yawn Song added to playlist: Song Nice (Summer Samba) I've created a playlist on Spotify that consists of the best and/or my favorite song from each of the albums in this book. This list can be found here if you are interested: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MAXDGLWlwLkFLb8veGfkA?si=FqkQQPgZTFWG0jAUJXLFZA&utm_source=copy-link

I’ve never heard of Bebel Gilberto or this album before. However, reading about the recording of this album, that absolutely tragic what happened to Suba, who died saving this recording. I can’t imagine what the release of this album must have felt like to Bebel. I’m not familiar with bosa nova music either, but I’m definitely willing to give this album a fair shot and see what it has to offer. I don’t have many strong feelings towards this album, but it was pleasant to listen to. I enjoyed the relaxed mood, and I thought the vocals were really fantastic. The sense of ease I felt listening to this reminded me of how I felt listening To Serge Gainsbourg’s album. The rhythms were enjoyable too, and I think they really contributed a lot to this album’s laid-back feel. “August Day Song” was great, and I’d say that it was my favorite song on the album. I loved how the signers went back and forth and even had some sparse harmonies. “Mais Feliz,” “Alguém,” and “So Nice” were good as well. Overall, this album was fine, and I enjoyed the overall sound, but there were quite a few songs on it that I thought were a touch boring.

Pretty good and very interesting record of Brazilian music, most of the time correctly and nicely updated to the trends of the day. And of course, terrific vocal performances from Bebel Gilberto. The first track is Bebel actually singing over Brazilian electronic wizard Amon Tobin's "Nova", the closer of his own album *Permutations*, which I have at home and really like -- and it's a cut that's smoooooth and still futuristic-sounding almost 30 years later (!), so that can't hurt as an opener here. Pretty "August Day Song" follows, mixing English, Portuguese, Bossa and subtle electronic rhythms, which then leads to "Tanto Tiempo", which nicely explores even further trip hop / electronic turf. That song is produced and co-written with Suba, just like more than half of the other tracks on it, and I got to say I find his work for this record more convincing than the album under his name mentioned in Dimery's book. I don't know how much credence I can give to the story that he died to save tapes recorded for this record, but may the man rest in peace anyway. It's also tragic that we don't know what the Serbian producer and DJ would have done in the field of Brazilian music next. The two cuts that follow are nice but not revolutionary in the genre. Thankfully, the stakes get a little higher (and hotter) thanks to "So Nice (Summer Samba)", produced by Mario Caldato Jr. -- renowned for his work with the Beastie Boys -- and "Lonely", produced by the Thievery Corporation. Unfortunately, there is "Bananeira" next, which is far more hackneyed, and so clearly a dud in the context of this record. A minimalistic cover of Chico Buarque's "Samba E Amor" quickly fixes things, fortunately -- I think I've said it elsewhere, but it's a damn shame Buarque's *Construçao* is conspicuously missing in Dimery's list. Then, "Close Your Eyes" serves as a really cool capper for the whole thing. Not exactly sure this is "essential" album fodder, but this record is nicely done and aged quite well, which is not always a result you get when you want to update a music style with contemporary arrangements. If only for this, I leave the door open for this one. 3.5/5 for the purposes of this list of essential albums, rounded up to 4 8.5/10 for more general purposes. Number of albums left to review: almost none of the 80-ish extra LPs listed on this app, included because different past editions of the book have mentioned albums that have since been dropped in subsequent editions. Number of albums I'll keep in my own list: half, approximately Number of albums I *might* keep: a small quarter, approximately (including this one) Number of albums I won't keep: a large quarter

A good listen

first track is absolutely amazing

I'm very partial to Brazilian music and I love some bossa nova, but I was expecting more from the daughter of João Gilberto, if I'm honest. It's not that it was bad, she is clearly a very talented singer, but she doesn't have the same soul that I hear in the recordings of the classic singers. Nothing stood out to me and I wouldn't listen again in a hurry. It's on the higher side of 2/5 but just rounds up to a 3.

Fantastic album. I really enjoyed this. I'm thankful for this type of music The generator threw me a solid today. 5 stars all day for me.

Mit der Auswahl der letzten Alben will mich offenbar jemand vergraulen! Passt wieder nicht! Tante Tempo schleicht so vor sich hin! Blödes Wortspiel, ich weiß, aber mehr fällt mir dazu nicht ein.

Not my style, I don't like this normal vacation music

Elevator musik

Havde glemt den før den var færdig, sorry!

Not exactly something i'd put on again.

I am viby

Beautiful reimagination of a classic Latin Jazz Sound.

I can only listen to seven of these, although they are very nice. I also feel bad for Suba, so I'll add a star for Suba. Thank you Suba.

Ótimo album, releitura de muita música boa com alguns poucos elementos modernos de música eletrônica em cima da mpb. Setlist muito bom e ótima voz da bebel

3/5

It’s hard to make bad music in this style, but still, why is this here? It’s a three because it’s good at what it does, but what makes this album notable enough to be in this list?

Bostil... Meu bostil bostileiro... 🐒🐒🐒🐒

I didn't understand anything here. The music was nice but it was sung in a foreign language so no clue what she was singing about

Benel Gilberto has a beautiful voice. The album was light and pleasant- it had a few rcognizable Brazilian classics. Overall- it was nice. 3.5/5

I cannot get into samba or Bossa nova or whatever this is. Beautiful voice, though.

I like it.

I've alluded to it before, but it's important to have a stable of good albums you can put on at certain gatherings that will both add texture to the function and not distract from it. This is absolutely one of those albums.

Deeply pleasant, arranged and performed well, very acoustic. Has a kind of perfect almost snowglobe-like quality I associated with other artists from around this time like Norah Jones. I appreciate the modern (for 2000, at least) sound it's going for but it's not my favorite MPB I've ever heard.

This is a pleasant loungy, bossa style record. I don't know what she is singing about, but I do like her voice and the subtle background arrangements. I guess it could be called elevator music, but it blended nicely into the background as I worked.

This album just sort of washes along past me.

bebel bossa nova!!

beautiful voice, but this does nothing for me.

Just okay.

We listened in the car and technically I have a few songs left to listen to, but it was just ok for me. She does have a nice voice. 3 stars.

Chill waiting room music. Very laid back. I'm assuming Spanish? But some inflections sound different. UPDATE: It's bossa nova and she's based in Brazil. So Portuguese. Makes sense. Mixed English phrases in there as well. Very relaxing and good for background work music.

In the early 2000s, there was a movement where a large portion of trip hop music drifted so completely into lounge, soft jazz, and similar music that it's indistinguishable from the real thing, except for the odd additional synth sounds. Case in point with "Tanto Tempo". Bebel Gilberto enlisted Serbian-born electronic artist, Suba, to produce it. The album also samples another electronic artist, Amon Tobin (an old favorite of mind). But you could very easily miss all of that and just hear it as a simple bossa nova record. The electronic elements are (for the most part) extremely subtle, suggesting that Suba turned his skills from crafting songs to impressive production work. It showcases Gilberto's beautiful voice and a long tradition of Brazillian music. Suba's dedication to this music went quite a bit further, as he actually gave his life to save it from a burning studio. Frustratingly, this album isn't on Spotify, though you'll find the majority of songs from other releases, with a handful missing.

Wow. She has suck great lineage from Jiao and Astrud. Great mud for all. perfect of work or play or need some good mellow Bossa Nova to scratch the itch.

Very chill Brazilian music that wouldn't sound out of place in a bar or hotel lobby. It was fine but not really my thing.

I did not hate this which is something as this is not a genre I've enjoyed on this project at all Can't imagine ever seeking anything out to listen to again but had its moments Not enough for a 3 but a high 2

Pretty cool bossa nova music and some that sound like elevator music. I was unable to listen to Alguem due to not being able to find a version of it anywhere.

This shit is chill man… really deep production and had me vibing all the way through

Adored the production an instrumentation here. Great vibes

I wasn’t that into it but its cool that she is related to joão… nice and pleasant

Always good to listen to

It was bossa nova from the early 2000s. It wasn’t bad, but it was just kind of there. Not sure what would make any bossa nova record “essential” other than some cool patina of age. A past era where I can’t remember the hipness. Anyway, this wasn’t it.

Lovely. Someone died to preserve it.

Liked this better than I thought I would. Still not really for me.

Music is comforting and just chill, but working is like dogshit

Fine, sounds like Brazilian lounge music

This is what summer sounds like, either hanging in the garden with friends or driving with the roof down.

Lekker album, gaat vaker op. Heerlijk ontspannen, maar nog wel interessant.

Beautiful soun bossa nova

This one kinda gets screwed by the fact that I'm American who doesn't really listen to foreign folk music (aside from some European folk music when its involved in black metal), and when it does come up, it's used as a novelty or as soundtrack music in a movie to convey a specific culture, so that is (unfortunately) the association I immediately get listening to it. Basically a me issue, and not a fault of the music itself. That said, it's really good music (or at least, as best I can tell. I don't have anywhere near enough experience with bossanova to be able to tell if this is exceptional or run-of-the-mill as far as the genre goes), just something I can't ever see myself going back to listen to. If it came up sometime randomly, I wouldn't turn it off though and would chill to it. So yeah. Default 3/5 because I don't know how to rate it, but it was a fine listen.

Not on Tidal sadly and I could only find two thirds on YouTube but I enjoyed what I heard.

Bit different ;) liked it it was a bit left field but decent

ice background music in a latin themed restaurant :-)

This is not helping with the ‘Andy secretly loved samba’ allegations. This was great, a really well put together blend of Latin singer-songwriter tracks that reminded me of Natalia Lafourcade, and some chilled-out funk and R&B that was almost like Erykah Badu in places. The production was occasionally pretty dated but there was enough character to the album for that to be easily brushed over

Smooth and chill, this would be a great play on a beachy vacation.

Pretty good

4.0

Something about bossa nova bores me pretty badly. I perpetually hear “The Girl from Ipanema”, which isn’t an entirely bad thing - just not compelling. However, I can appreciate the magic that exists in this album. The grooves are certainly a vibe and her silky smooth vocals make for a pleasant ambiance.

Buenisimo

Very smooth and a nice listen, but I don’t think there’s enough novelty about this that it should outrank albums from the heyday of this sound.

a good time tbh

Perfectly nice

Album #9 - 2/5 I read a different review that called this "waiting room music," which felt accurate. I'm sure it's largely my own a lack of understanding & appreciation of the genre(s), but this album just wasn't for me. Not bad, but not something I would revisit.

If ibwas Brazilian or Portuguese I'm sure i would give this album a 5. It's sound beautiful. Such a great composition and her voice is silky smooth. Shame I don't understand the lyrics but that's my problem....

Nice one.

Wow, the Gilberto family really has the bossa nova scene sewn up. This example is pleasant but unexciting.

Incredibly chill and relaxing, save for the tracks at the start that were so damn energetic I could barely keep up with everything happening. Will definitely give another listen!

Loved this, smooth, chill, ambient background music.

Pleasant modern Bossa Nova - and happy to listen to it again. And my, when the producer dies trying to save it from a fire, it's worth giving it a listen before you die.

Nice album, gave me tropical vibes

J'ai vraiment beaucoup aimé. Une voix magnifique, quelques éléments qui rendent le tout un peu plus moderne que ce à quoi je m'attendais, bref une très bonne découverte. 4.5

Why not

An elecronic Bossa Nova album that sounds like a throwback to the 1960s. It's very pleasant to listen to, but I'm not sure why it's in this list because to me it's nothing special - perhaps because the producer died after trying to rescue this album from a fire?

## In-Depth Review of *Tanto Tempo* by Bebel Gilberto Bebel Gilberto's debut album, *Tanto Tempo*, released in 2000, marks a significant moment in the evolution of bossa nova and Brazilian music. With its blend of traditional bossa nova elements and modern production techniques, the album not only showcases Gilberto's vocal talents but also highlights her innovative approach to music. This review will explore the lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence of *Tanto Tempo*, along with its pros and cons. ### ****Lyrics The lyrics of *Tanto Tempo* reflect a blend of romanticism and introspection, characteristic of bossa nova. Many songs explore themes of love, longing, and the beauty of nature. The bilingual nature of the album, featuring both Portuguese and English lyrics, allows for a wider audience to connect with its themes. - **Romantic Themes**: Tracks like "So Nice (Summer Samba)" and "Mais Feliz" evoke feelings of love and warmth through poetic imagery. The lyrics often reference nature, creating a serene backdrop that complements the music. - **Introspection**: Songs such as "Lonely" delve into personal emotions and experiences, showcasing Gilberto's ability to convey vulnerability through her lyrics. - **Cultural References**: The lyrics also draw from Brazilian cultural motifs, enhancing the authenticity of the album while appealing to international listeners. ### ****Music Musically, *Tanto Tempo* is a seamless fusion of traditional bossa nova with contemporary sounds. The instrumentation is rich yet understated, allowing Gilberto's voice to take center stage. - **Instrumentation**: The album features a variety of instruments including acoustic guitars, percussion, saxophones, and clarinets. The arrangements are carefully crafted to create a lush soundscape without overwhelming the listener. - **Vocal Style**: Gilberto's vocal delivery is soft and intimate, reminiscent of her father João Gilberto's style. Her ability to convey emotion through subtle nuances in her voice adds depth to each track. - **Rhythmic Diversity**: While rooted in bossa nova, the album incorporates elements from other genres such as jazz and electronic music. Songs like "Bananeira" introduce a funkier rhythm that contrasts with the more traditional tracks. ### ****Production The production of *Tanto Tempo* is noteworthy for its innovative use of technology while maintaining the organic feel of bossa nova. Produced by Mitar Subotić (known as Suba), the album employs sampling and electronic elements without losing its acoustic essence. - **Sampled Sounds**: The use of samples from various instruments adds layers to the music, creating an immersive listening experience. This technique helps bridge the gap between classic bossa nova and modern musical trends. - **Sound Quality**: The engineering quality is exceptional; each instrument is well-balanced in the mix, allowing listeners to appreciate the intricate details in both the vocals and instrumentation. - **Cohesion**: The album flows smoothly from one track to another, with transitions that enhance its overall mood. This cohesion makes it suitable for both casual listening and focused appreciation. ### ****Themes *Tanto Tempo* encapsulates several overarching themes that resonate throughout the album: - **Love and Longing**: Many tracks explore romantic relationships, capturing both the joy and melancholy associated with love. This duality is a hallmark of bossa nova. - **Nature and Serenity**: The lyrics often reference natural imagery, creating a tranquil atmosphere that invites listeners to relax and reflect. - **Cultural Identity**: As a daughter of bossa nova pioneer João Gilberto, Bebel Gilberto embodies a connection to her cultural roots while also pushing boundaries with modern influences. ### ****Influence Bebel Gilberto's *Tanto Tempo* has had a lasting impact on both Brazilian music and international audiences: - **Revitalization of Bossa Nova**: The album played a crucial role in bringing bossa nova back into popular culture at the turn of the millennium. Its contemporary sound attracted new listeners while honoring traditional elements. - **Cross-Cultural Appeal**: By blending English and Portuguese lyrics with diverse musical styles, Gilberto opened doors for Brazilian music on global platforms. This accessibility has inspired many contemporary artists to explore similar fusions. - **Legacy**: The success of *Tanto Tempo* has paved the way for other Brazilian artists to experiment with genres while maintaining their cultural identity. It stands as a testament to how traditional music can evolve without losing its essence. ### ****Pros and Cons #### Pros - **Innovative Fusion**: Successfully blends traditional bossa nova with modern electronic elements. - **Exceptional Production Quality**: High-quality sound engineering enhances the listening experience. - **Emotional Depth**: Lyrics convey relatable themes of love and introspection. - **Cohesive Flow**: Smooth transitions between tracks create an immersive experience. - **Cultural Significance**: Revitalizes interest in bossa nova for new generations. #### Cons - **Pacing Issues**: Some listeners may find certain tracks too slow or laid-back for their taste. - **Predictability**: A few songs may come across as formulaic within the genre. - **Limited Edginess**: While its smoothness is appealing, some may perceive it as lacking in musical edge or experimentation compared to more avant-garde works. ### Conclusion Bebel Gilberto's *Tanto Tempo* is a landmark debut that successfully marries traditional Brazilian sounds with contemporary influences. Its lyrical depth, musical innovation, and high production quality make it an essential listen for fans of bossa nova and world music alike. While it may not appeal to everyone due to its laid-back nature or occasional predictability, its cultural significance and emotional resonance cannot be overstated. As such, *Tanto Tempo* remains a vital piece in understanding both Bebel Gilberto's artistry and the evolution of Brazilian music in the 21st century.

My western imperialist music taste is showing. Samba all just sounds the same to me. This album has a mellow, chilling by the beach feel - perfect for an after party or having a mojito while on holiday. Is it good? Probably. Did I need to hear it? Maybe. Will I listen to it again? Nope. Best Tracks: Samba de Bencao; August Day Song; So Nice (Summer Samba)

good mix between bossa nova and contemporary music

Sounds like Sade singing bossa nova.

Loved this

One of my favorites so far, makes me want to go on vacation and eat at a different restaurant every night.

Great album for cooking! I wouldn’t just sit and listen to it again but I think it would be excellent in the background of dinner. Love her voice!

Oh, this type of thing. Alright: music like this had a grip on much of the world, give or take 25 years ago and some of it had a grip on me so I don't bat an eyelid about its inclusion in an AYMHBYD (there should be others, Amon Tobin comes to mind, but oh well). It's really pleasant, a rather fine example of that music. But here's the problem, sadly. It's just too pleasant, accomodating. It's so much on the easy listening ~Lounge end of things, with nothing standing out, I think I'd rather listen to Gilberto's dad, stepmom or album #85, Suba's "São Paulo Confessions" instead. But as I've learned how the latter was the producer of "Tanto Tempo" and died from rescuing this record from his burning studio, I have to rate it a perfect and absolute ★★★★☆: it's nice. I'm glad it exists.

Can't find the album on Spotify but nice voice.

It was fine. Something I might play in the kitchen while cooking to zone out to. Otherwise no real pull to listen to again.

Only half of the album was on Spotify. Not a problem, I'll listen to what's available and if I like it, I'll seek out the rest on YouTube. I didn't have to seek out the rest on YouTube. As far as background lobby music goes, it's pleasant enough. Easy listening, chilled out Ibiza vibes. I've probably heard this many times in dentist waiting rooms over the years and don't actually realise. I didn't bother trying to find the other half of the album as it was all very similar to begin with and didn't think I would be missing out on anything special.

Half uptempo, half downtempo. I think if it was more one or more the other, I’d have an easier time having a strong opinion on this record. Because the thing is, I like samba and bossa nova on a baseline level, regardless of its tempo. And Tanto Tempo is consistent, while also adding some cool flourishes of electronic elements, which do enough to warrant this record intriguing. The problem is that Gilberto does uptempo muchhhh better than downtempo, and the downtempo tracks are the more traditional, and therefore lack the electronic flourishes that make this record interesting. It’s fine. If I put it on at a party, it’d go over well. I could listen without complaint. But when it’s not on or staring me in the face, I know for a fact that I’ll forget all about it. It’s so close to inventive, and the fact that it never takes that leap fully makes it even more lackluster somehow. Because now, I’m left with a largely traditional bossa nova album that’s pretending to be forward-thinking while really being stuck in the past, and if I wanted to listen to yesterday’s bossa nova, I could just go and do that.

It’s okay, I guess. It didn't make me feel anything but it’s nice enough. “(Serbian Producer) Suba died from smoke inhalation while saving the newly recorded album from a studio fire.” Wait, what? What the fuck? For this fucking lobby music? Fucking hell.

Nope

This wasn't available as an album on Spotify or Youtube so I could only listen to about half the songs as a Spotify playlist made up of tracks on compilations. Very pleasant and chilled but can't rate it more than a 3 without hearing the whole thing.

This album suffers from me not speaking Portuguese, as I definitely connected better with the English language songs. Bossa Nova is definitely a fun genre, and I definitely found myself tapping my foot quite often through it

I thought this record was interesting, but a bit repetitive. Not really my cup of tea for the most part but some sections were fun. I particularly liked Bananeira. Overall, I think I'll give it a 2

Included in 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die, Tanto Tempo comes with a mythic backstory—producer Suba tragically took the book’s title a little too seriously, literally sacrificing his life to save the album’s masters during a studio fire. This devastating event inevitably coloured the album’s reception, lending it an aura of poignancy and elevating its legacy. However, while the stakes were high, the payoff feels underwhelming. Bebel Gilberto’s voice is undeniably smooth, intimate, and hypnotic, embodying the sensuality of bossa nova with a contemporary twist. Her whispered delivery enhances the dreamy quality of tracks like So Nice (Summer Samba) and Sem Contenção, which highlight her ability to balance lightness and emotion. The seamless integration of acoustic guitars and soft percussion with understated electronic textures creates a soundscape that is minimal yet lush, evoking sunlit beaches and warm, balmy evenings. Yet, the English-language tracks falter. Here, her phrasing feels tentative, as if the emotional connection so effortlessly conveyed in Portuguese struggles to translate. The lyrics themselves sometimes clash with the music's otherwise seamless flow, creating moments that feel slightly disjointed. Praised for merging traditional bossa nova with electronic beats, the album pushes boundaries but often feels as though its components coexist rather than truly fuse. While this sound may have felt cutting-edge in 2000, the chill-out/lounge genre has since been oversaturated—countless Café del Mar compilations have done this style to death and, frankly, often done it better. Though Tanto Tempo undoubtedly holds a place in the evolution of modern bossa nova, its impact feels dulled by time and repetition. Its lasting value, in my opinion, lies more in its influence and the story behind its creation than in the quality of its execution. Did/Do I own this release? No Does this release belong on the list? Questionable. Would this release make my personal list? No. Will I be listening to it again? While there’s a place for this album, it’s not something I’ll actively seek out.

It's always a little exciting to get an artist I've never heard of on this list. The album cover really didn't give any clues what to expect either. I know nothing about this genre of music, so I don't know if this was revolutionary in some way. I also have no idea what most of the songs are about. I do know that it sounds absolutely gorgeous. I enjoyed kicking back on a lazy Sunday afternoon and just letting this wash over me.

Surprising and beautiful

This was WAY less interesting than I thought it might be from the title / album artwork. Never judge a vinyl by it's cover I suppose.

pre: no idea who this is, and once again highlighting the 2000-2015ish range when I stopped trying new things Love it. I don't know if it's just Bossa Nova or what, but loved the Seu Jorge-esque guitar. Beautiful voice. Foreign language that's not too distracting. This is going into active work rotation for me (except for the last song, which is in English)

I liked this one quite a bit. Going into it I had no preconceived ideas about the artist, and obviously I can’t speak on the lyrics but overall it was pleasant background music while I worked. I’m not sure that “it’s pleasant and doesn’t distract me” mis the highest compliment you can pay an artist but I would throw this one on again if I’m looking for something to listen to while working on a project.

2nd floor, hardware, children's wear, lady's lingerie Oh, good morning Mr. Tyler, going down? Lovina the elevator music? No not really, thanks for asking.

This was fine. I liked samba and bossa nova vibe but really didn't find myself overly excited by any of the songs.

Probably would be a higher score if I understood the language

It was fine, blended into the background.

I don’t know anything about Samba but I enjoyed this a lot and would happily toss it on in the background.

Actually liked it more than I thought I would. Very relaxing background music. That said, I'm not sure I needed to hear this before I die. It's pleasant but it's also is just there. I kind of wish half star ratings were available. A pure neutral rating.

Didn't enjoy it much.

Sweet and nice album but in a way it makes me crave older Bossa Nova/MBP with a little more groove than this because those were clearly the best songs, the ones leaning more towards the downtempo lounge stuff just didn't do it for me sadly

Not too bad. Kind of nice

I'm glad this album surviced the 'loungehype' where she got tagged along in for a while. A warm album from the daughter of a Bossa Nova legend.

Very decent would listen again. Definitely kinda had it on in background but it was overall enjoyable. 3/5 (could move up too a 3.5/5)

Smooth and relaxing. A real shame the full album isn't on Spotify, I'd definitely revisit it if it was.

Initially I was excited to hear this. Slow, chill, ballads. Beautiful voice. Spanish. What's not to love? But when hearing it, just didn't really connect with any of the songs. Nothing bad, solid album, but not something I'd go back to. Except Bananeira, that song was a total bop. Best song: Bananeria

Pretty relaxing

Did not need to hear before death. Just some lobby or bar ass music

First listen. Ok I guess.

I think this is what I needed on a Monday morning, but not sure I would need it again.

Feels like elevator music

Dreamy bossa nova.

Why am i always such a big fan of these funky little albums?! I would’ve totally given it four stars but it started to sound like café music by the end. I’m sure it’s a good café, but still, three stars it is

Bebel tiempo bb (2.5/5)

I enjoyed it, it was very smooth and pleasant. Unfortunately I don't speak Portuguese so I hate to dock it down to four stars for that reason. Otherwise it would be five, but Idk what it's saying.

Enjoyable while I worked - for once it was a little too short.

PJ Harvey if she was from South America

Beautiful smooth Brazilian bossa nova. Perfect background music for a party or intimate dinner.

Lovely

"The producer Suba died from smoke inhalation while saving the newly recorded album from a studio fire." Wow aber gotta love me some Latin music

Good music, nice to see something different. Not my style, but still fun.

Album was relaxing and great

nice variety. English and Portuguese as well

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Lovely! I'm given to like bossa nova and adjacent music so this was a good time for me.

Hell yeah this is what I was hoping for more of from this list. In a genre that seems to mostly be on rails this album bends them in a very pleasing way. Bossa nova is mostly fine but this was really nice to listen to and stood out in a way very little bossa nova ever has to me

This was pretty. So much bossa nova music sounds the same, but “Bananeira” was definitely a standout. Her voice was really really smooth.

weirdly good for being stuck on the tarmac, but overall not for me

this was fun and nice to both listen to and also idly hear in the background

It's fine, but not particularly remarkable. Inoffensive.

620 albums in and I'm starting to fatigue....

Not really my type of music. I can enjoy samba every now and then but I don't think I would ever listen to an entire album of it again, yknow? The Vibe: The type of thing you want to listen to while paragliding over Rio de Janeiro

Great save by Suba! Evidently bossa nova sounds smoother and more schmaltzy in Portuguese than Spanish or English. Has that Girl From Ipanema sound throughout - liked Tanto Tiempo start to finish. (3.2*)

This is ambient soundscape meets bossa nova in a pretty progressive and good way. There's a sultry, relaxing vibe throughout that I really got into. I liked the tempo changeup on Bananeira and felt like several other songs had the ability to transport one to a lively brunch, a sparkly dance floor, or a poolside cabana and I wasn't mad at any of it. Would like to hear newer takes (later than 2000) where they push the electronic aspect even further. Going with a 2.65

Pretty boring album. I can't point out any reason this is a must listen before you die. I don't think I will even remember this one when I complete the full list. Maybe the producer dying from trying to save the album from a studio fire gets you something but should have let it burn...0.8.

This was a surprise. Brazilian electronic bossa nova? I went in with low expectations and was very pleased that I was greeted with a pretty solid album album. Not something I'll listen to regularly but there is definitely a time and place for this. Much of the sounds and vocals are quite pleasant. I actually enjoyed a couple songs enough to throw them into my random list. Great choice as I can't imagine I would ever have run into this otherwise. This could end up as one of the biggest surprise tidbits to take out of the 1001 when all is said and done. 2.71 stars

Bosanova is easy listening. I can always have this kind of music in the background when I'm working. Also, it's interesting to learn about the Gilberto family tree and how it define/owned the genre for so long. The track I liked best if the first one: Samba de Bencao.

Bossa Nova as a genre is basically the definition of 3-Star music: Pretty, appealing, totally listenable, but rarely challenging and only occasionally letting songs drift up to the 4 or 5-star range.

I remember liking this more 20 years ago, but it may have been that the bossa nova sound was a bit more novel, or time has done it's thing and it just sounds a bit more dated. Not bad, but a lot of it faded into the background, or wasn't nearly as charming as I remember.

Light and jazzy, bossa nova elements create a nice and relaxing experience. Not familiar with her music, but a sad and tragic end. Definitely a good album to put on while making dinner with a glass of wine.

good album, great backing sounds, would like to listen more!

it do have tempo

Sounded decent but wasn’t something I’d probably listen to again

Some smooth smooth bossa nova. Not especially memorable but makes great background music, relaxing coffee shop vibes.

I really liked this, great great vibes

Skipping this lol. Listened to a few songs and found it to be literal elevator music like what we modeled elevator effort off of. So good but nothing special.

The opening tracks are strong and it lulls towards the middle. I really like this kind of mellow hypnotic music. The style reminded me of one of my favorite albums, Isolation by Kali Uchis. As I was listening I recognized that there is a song on that album that directly samples Lonely from this album. That was pretty cool.

Kind of an unremarkable samba/lounge album. The standout bits are the electronic/computerized flourishes in the beats that appear occasionally. The singing is good, and she sings as well in English as she does in Portuguese. I’m not sure this would be in this list if her father wasn’t João Gilberto, who is one of the biggest musical figures in Brazil. It’s fine but I’d rather hear his stuff to be honest.

This is nice background music and has more to it than the Wii game select screen that I generally compare it to. I don't think there is anything influential or novel here, it's just subtlety enjoyable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IixgxFEx0AU

This could have easily stayed safe in the adult contemporary space, but instead this album takes some good chances which I thought was pretty solid and fun.

Only the song would come up on YouTube, so I listened to that. It was OK nothing to write home about.

An album I’d have never stumbled across without this list. I’m glad I’ve listened to it before I die. Beautiful vocals and atmosphere.

It appears I like a good Brazilian. All the albums from that country have been excellent so far. This was wonderfully mellow in places, which was interspersed with some slightly more energetic songs. Its great

Smooth. The title track I repeated. I love the samba rhythm.

This album was a welcome relief from the previous album, so I'm being generous, 2 Stars! Not sure why I NEEDED to hear this before I die; I feel like I hear it every time I step in a shopping center elevator!

I think I listened to all of this? I may even have listened to it more than once, who knows? It all sounds pretty similar. I'm not sure this album should really make the cut BUT its really nice to have a break from all the dude bros from the UK/USA. 2 stars for the music, and bumped up to 3 for featuring a woman who is from Brazil instead of the usual crowd.

I wouldn’t have sought this out, but happily surprised. It’s well done, chill, jazzy bossa nova. I don’t speak Portuguese, but enjoyed the vibe very much. Might put it on in the background next time my in-laws come over for dinner. 3⭐️

Hooboy... Do I need to hear this? Nepo-baby makes boring music that sounds almost no different than her boring father's. Not for me.

It sounded fine, just nothing jumped out at me.

Nah

lovely listen

Really easy listen. Not my sort of thing tho. Probably wouldn't listen again

Album 543 of 1001 Bebel Gilberto - Tanto Tempo (2000) Rating : 3 / 5 Bossa Nova isn't something I ever crave but I don't mind listening to it. Always uplifting, in a way. Makes you want to move a little, Just love the sound.

Enjoyable, not great

Outstanding. Felt like I was in an Arrested Development episode at some points, but how is that at all a bad thing? What a tremendous voice and songs overall. A complete delight!

Even though the cover art was thrown together in a 1994 version of Photoshop, I was pleasantly surprised by what I heard. This is not an artist I would seek out to listen to, but her vocal talent is clearly there. It’s just not my taste.

Smooth, beautiful, but never too interesting

I’ve never heard this artist before, but I’m gonna give it a four because it’s so good it doesn’t deserve to be slumming down with some of the trash I gave 3.

This is one of the more contemporary bossa nova albums I've listened to. And that aspect of it certainly makes itself known, with it drawing from the sounds of R&B and trip-hop that were everywhere at the time. I'd say Bebel's reverb vocals play into that R&B vibe, while a song like 'Lonely' really lets those psychedelic down-tempo elements shine. With that said, it's very delicate with its genre fusions and the samba aspects are still at the forefront for the entire record. So what you end up getting is something part intimate, but also very cheery and relaxed as you'd expect out of bossa nova records. I love that melancholic horn that peeps every once in a while on the opener 'Samba Da Bencao' and the funk fusions of 'Bananeira' further demonstrate this album's cross-genre sensibilities. It's also the catchiest song here. A super chill listen and all the crisp, tight, and eclectic production makes this easily the best Bossa Nova album I've heard from this list as of yet. Great stuff.

Meh

I love Bossa Nova music but am only familiar with the classics from the 60s. This was a great renovation of the genre with modern production. Had a lot of fun with the first half especially. The story of the producer who died saving the recordings and her being the daughter of the Bossa Nova legend makes this one even cooler. Rating: 4.3