Africa Brasil

Bit lively

This was a fun time. I didn’t understand a word they were saying, but the music was awesome so does it really matter? The energy through out is relentless and keeps you going till the end. The slower paced songs are great too. The instrumentation is amazing. Good album!

Apple Music does not have this album.

Time for (what I believe to be) my third Brazilian album! I liked the debut album from Os Mutantes as well as Arise by Sepultura, so how does Jorge Ben's "Africa Brasil" compare? It's also really good! I guess there's just something about the Brazilian albums I've gotten so far that appeals to me. What appeals to me with this album is the sound. It's funky and I love it. The singing and writing are also both pretty good, even if I can't understand it. Though, from what my browser's translations gave me, there's some substance in these writings. Overall, given the quality and the apparent cultural impact that Jorge Ben has in Brazil, I think this is a worthy inclusion in this list. 4/5.

Think I might have done this one a disservice. Didn’t have lot of time yesterday so ended up listening as I got ready this morning . It’s getting a 4. Funky is a win for me

I really wanted to like this album, but I just couldn't get a feel for it.

It was interesting. Reminded me of Dr. John's early stuff. But not what I'm looking for.

Interesting. Funky but with African sounds?

The grooves were tight!

Super funky and gets your feet tappin'! Definitely worth a second listen.

Not bad for once

Pretty nice album

Nice vibe, smooth and make me want to move

There is something so musical about the brazialian language <3

This album is a complete blast. Great rhythms, songs that pull you in. I'd sing along if I spoke a lick of Portuguese. Loved it. 4 stars

After my first listen I went back a couple times to listen to specific tracks and just wound up listening to the whole album again. Has this element of infectious fun that makes it hard not to move.

funk samba album theres literally no way i wasnt gonna think this fucks. also mei likes this album so its a little extra nice to get to listen <3

Continuing my reductive comparison of artists I feel like this has a slight Serge Gainsbourg influence (or maybe the other way around), mainly with the cuckoo (?) noise. Another good Sunday chores album.

This was my first dive into Samba-rock so I took some time listening to a few others albums in the genre before rating. Each time returning, I found myself completely refreshed, as though it was a bright, shining first listen. The sound is such a fresh take on funk samba-rock for the time, and it wasn't even the first for it's time. That's just Jorge Ben!

More bossanova-like Brasilian music.... Not as painful to listen to as the Astrid Gilberto punishment, more variation in rhythm and more lively, but again an hour of utter tropical boredom.

pretty upbeat album, heavy disco influence, not my personal favourite era?style of Brazilian music

Alright if I was in the mood.

Something about hearing this much Portuguese just rubbed me the wrong way. Musically it was fine, I got a bit sick of the monkey drum at the end though. The cover also unsettles me, what is up with that hazy photo and the weird eyes

Taj Mahal is a bop

Great album, really enjoyed the sounds. I can see a lot of influences in this album and can see a lot of genres drawing from this album. My only complaint would be the monkey yell was used in every. Single. Song. The beats and different tempos kept it going!

Oo, that was good. Lots of energy and depth of sounds.

Very early "world music" feel.

Wanted to give this two starts but then some of the nonsense ended up actually being fun.

not my typa music

Really enjoyed this album

3.8 - this was a nice surprise. Instrumental parts were sick. This might be an unpopular opinion, but I actually thought his voice ruined it a little. I loved the beginning, but it started to feel too similar towards the end.

Loved this. Also love discovering where something's been sampled from like sith Taj Mahal. I cooked a stew to it and I think it helped make it tasty. Really enjoyed having it on.

More MPB, more World. 5/5

Nothing wrong with this but it's not my taste

This was quite fun

I love Jorge. He has this weird voice that makes you feel he’s really not a singer. Maybe, I think that because of some wikipedia article I read. Anyway, great album.

Pretty sure someone was playing a balloon….

Love it! Brazilian

Africa Brasil is a 1976 album by Brazilian artist Jorge Ben Jor, who was known as Jorge Ben at the time. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest classics of Brazilian popular music, and a landmark in Ben’s career12 The album showcases Ben’s switch to electric guitar and his incorporation of both Afro-Brazilian and American funk music styles into his sound. The result is a vibrant, energetic, and groovy fusion of samba, funk, soul, and rock that reflects Ben’s African roots and his admiration for black culture12 The lyrical themes of the album are diverse and often playful, ranging from soccer to mythology, from history to romance. Ben reworks three of his earlier songs: “A Princesa e o Plebeu” (The Princess and the Commoner), “Taj Mahal”, and “Zumbi”. The latter is a tribute to Zumbi dos Palmares, the leader of a 17th-century quilombo (a community of escaped slaves) who resisted colonial oppression and became a symbol of black resistance and freedom13 The production of the album is crisp and clear, with a tight and talented band that includes José Roberto Bertrami on keyboards, Dadi Carvalho on bass, Gustavo Schroeter on drums, and several percussionists. The album was produced by Marco Mazzola, who also worked with other Brazilian legends such as Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Gal Costa14 The influence of Africa Brasil is immense and lasting, both in Brazil and abroad. The album is considered one of the precursors of the mangue beat movement, which emerged in the 1990s and blended regional rhythms with rock, hip hop, and electronic music5 The album also inspired many artists from different genres and countries, such as David Byrne, Rod Stewart, Ambitious Lovers, Soulfly, and Manu Chao126 In conclusion, Africa Brasil is a masterpiece of Brazilian music that showcases Jorge Ben Jor’s creativity, versatility, and originality. It is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates funk, soul, samba, or world music in general. some of the standout tracks of the album are: Ponta de Lança Africano (Umbabarauma): This is the opening track and one of the most famous songs by Jorge Ben Jor. It is a catchy and funky tribute to an African soccer striker, with references to Brazilian culture and mythology. The song has been covered and sampled by many artists, such as David Byrne, Soulfly, and Manu Chao Taj Mahal: This is a reworked version of a song from Ben’s previous album, Ben. It is a lively and upbeat song that tells the story of how the Taj Mahal was built by an Indian emperor as a monument of love for his wife. The song became controversial when Rod Stewart used its melody for his hit song “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” without crediting Ben. Ben sued Stewart and donated the royalties to UNICEF Xica da Silva: This is another reworked song from Ben’s previous album, Ben. It is a soulful and sensual song that narrates the life of Xica da Silva, a former slave who became a powerful and wealthy woman in colonial Brazil. The song was composed for the soundtrack of the film Xica da Silva, directed by Cacá Diegues These are just some of the highlights of the album, but I recommend you to listen to the whole album to appreciate its diversity and quality.

Liked this on first listen! Another 💿 added thanks to this project.

Quite fun.

v bossa vibes — simultaneously liked it a lot but it was also a real struggle to get thru (bc i got bored sometimes) 5/7

awesome jams

Hmm this is pretty cool! I like the upbeat vibe, and how the 70s feel is still there, and noticeable. Like Brazilian Disco. lol it's interesting how such happy people can come from a country so poor and in distress.

Funk, African/Cuban beats, love this album!

enjoyed it

6 / 10 Mezcla rara de Samba - Funky - Guitarra Eléctrica. Aún así buena instrumentación .

This was very different to what I normally listen to. But, it was quite good.

Listen to it riding my bike to and from work coincidentally through little Portugal / little Brazil in Toronto in the middle of winter. I got a lot of smiles from people walking on the sidewalk as I rode bye on the very loud speaker that I attached to my bike. Going to keep this one and maybe check out some of his other stuff but this will definitely be a summer bike ride album.

Did not expect to meet any more Tropicalia albums in this list, but here we go! Absolutely Jorgeous!

Just back on this album now. Never heard of jorge Ben but I'm a fan, wish I understood a bit of Portuguese though! Good voice, funky tunes.

This was not too bad. It’s no phonk, but then nothing ever will be.

Only had the chance to listen once, seemed ok, probably deserves another listen.

Years after Tropicália's brutally unceremonious end, Jorge Ben Jor turns in the finest album of his career. Marrying his ancestry with the transformative buzzsaw power of the radical movements abroad, África Brasil grooves, grinds, and grounds down, ultimately achieving its statement in dizzying disorientation and sheer brilliance.

Afrikanischer Samba.

Never Heard of him but I liked him, the rhythm and the lyrics

While I enjoyed moving to the music, I prefer albums in a language familiar to me.

Impressive album. I really liked it. Music really is universal. Even with the language barrier I seriously enjoyed this album.

Was an alright listen. Reminded me greatly of the soundtrack to the Brazilian movie City of God. Looked up if any songs from this artist were on there and there isn't! Must just be a staple of Brazilian music, all the "hoo-hoo" noises lol. Probably won't revisit this but it made my Friday work day a little more tropical.

i can’t rmb most of my notes now but i enjoyed the blend of influences in this

got me moving pre run

I liked the vibe, but but sure i'd listen to again. 3/5

I enjoyed listening to this because it was totally outside of anything I would have considered listening to.

Vibrant, bright, energetic and really well developed for its time. Great production as well. Eccentric and diverse musical themes coming from a variety of influences. I don't have anything bad to say with this albo and I'm gonna re listen to it often!

Pretty interesting to listen to Standout songs: Hermes trismegisto escreveu Xica da silva Cavaleiro do cavalo imaculado

No expectations, fantastic album. Groovy, funky, well made, and a lot of fun.

Jorge Ben albums are always a lot of fun, and this one blends his sound with a Herbie Hancock-esque funk that just complements it so well. An utter delight

already listened twice!

There is so much to love about this album. Usually I am quite lyrics driven and I do love clever wordplay. But if a song catches me, whatever language it’s in, then I’m all in. I can hear so many influences and also bands he obviously influenced. His voice has such a warm, innocent quality. The songs are so hypnotic and inviting and catchy, the words initially don’t matter. However, once I listened to this twice interjecting with La La Las up what the songs were about, and was fully sucked in. I loved this with abandon.

I enjoyed this very much, but was taken a little bit out of it because I was trying to pick out any words I knew in Portuguese.

Once again, not understanding the lyrics is probably working in the favor of this one for me. In fact, I recently stumbled on this quote from Henri Lopes: "Whoever speaks one of our languages can understand them all, and I could easily have followed the songs of these nubile maidens. But a song always sounds better if we don’t understand the words." So, I'm digging the grooves. Love the Brazilian percussion. Appreciate the squeaks and dog barks (or whatever's going on there). Vibing on the repetitive melodies and lyrics. Bass lines were slamming, even if the tone wasn't always incredible. "Taj Mahal" had a vocal line that sounded like Rod Stewart's "Da Ya think I'm Sexy" — or the other way around, as this predates that by a coupe of years. Where my Kid Rock review mentioned how that idiot was a riff killer, this guy's vocal contributions add to the party and swing of the album. A 4-star may be a little generous, given my limited understanding of the genre and language, but it lifted my spirits, and that deserves something!

Fantastic. Had never heard of this before and I loved every second. Great grooves. I loved his singing. A blast from start to finish.

This was a real treat to hear. What I loved is how this made me feel small and insignificant---in a good way. The world is so large and full of cultures and music and sounds and languages I've never explored. Jorge et al put my own troubles aside for 40 minutes and I was thrilled to hear all that big sound come together. Taj Mahal was a nice standout but I really loved every single song and suspect this will be on the background playlist if I ever throw a big party!

Nice and bouncy. Latin beats with a hint of funk sprinkled in. Full bodied on the ears with a lively finish. Pairs perfectly with a spicy moqueca and a setting sun.

Catchy, fun Brazilian funk music. The album is one big vibe throughout, and while nothing sticks out, it is a very enjoyable listen.

It was okay. Feel like it's very samplable, but it mostly just happened.

groovy

I actually quite enjoyed this

Good to listen while working on some emails.

2.5

So I thought this was not going to be good because I've been burnt a few times with albums I didnt recognise and had been on a bit of a bad streak. I couldn't even guess the genre before I started but this honestly was a vibe. Brazilian jazz funk. Now out of the gate, this album had 2 incredible songs it kind of petered for the rest of the album and it was okay. But it's got 2 or 3 4/5 songs.

Awesome! Why didn't I know about this album when I was a kid? Great rhythms and vocals.

01) Ponta de Lança Africano (Umbabarauma) - 9,0 02) Hermes Trismegisto Escreveu - 8,5 03) O Filósofo - 8,0 04) Meus Filhos, Meu Tesouro - 8,0 05) O Plebeu - 7,5 06) Taj Mahal - 9,0 07) Xica da Silva - 8,5 08) A História de Jorge - 7,5 09) Camisa 10 da Gávea - 7,0 10) Cavaleiro do Cavalo Imaculado - 7,0 11) África Brasil (Zumbi) - 7,0 TOTAL: 7,91 (79/100) Another one I have to listen on You Tube. It started interesting but towards the end it started to sound a bit repetitive. "Taj Mahal" is the only song I know, it's played frequently on my local radio station. We also know it as the song Rod Stewart sang as "Do ya Think I'm Sexy".

Alright, this was an interesting entry. It opens with some really solid funk/rock and has a rad overall feel from track one. Very cool Funk/Reggae/Rock vibes throughout with implementation of traditional and modern instruments in ways that blended nicely. Highlight Tracks - Ponta De Lanca Africano, Hermes Trismegisto Escreveu, Cavaleiro Do Cavalo Imaculado, Taj Mahal, Xica Da Silva Less Liked Tracks - O Filosofo

I found this album to be a really fun mix of Afrobeats and Brazilian music. Very funky and cool.

It was enjoyable, but because I couldn't understand the lyrics it just washed over me like instrumental music does.

This is what I keep coming back for

Back-to-back bops on this one. I was having a boogie while cleaning, loved it from start to finish. Portugese is such a sexy language.

very fun album, feels like walking through a market in Salvador de Bahia. this won't make it into my playlist but was quite enjoyable.

Ugh

Do I think the Taj Mahal is Sexy?

da ya think I'm sexy? well yes, in fact

Another level of vibray

Fun enough, wish I could understand it. Ok.

Good background music

Meh

"Africa Brasil" by Jorge Ben Jor, released in 1976, is a vibrant and rhythmically captivating album that transcends language barriers through its infectious energy. Even if the Portuguese lyrics remain elusive, the dynamic and rich musicality of the album offers a universal appeal. Ben Jor's fusion of samba, bossa nova, and funk in tracks like "Ponta de Lança Africano (Umbabarauma)" and "Xica da Silva" creates an irresistibly danceable atmosphere. The album's Afro-Brazilian influences are palpable, contributing to its unique and engaging sound. For an album to captivate a listener who doesn't understand the lyrics speaks volumes about its musical prowess. "Africa Brasil" earns a resounding 4/5 for its dynamic rhythms, cultural richness, and its ability to transcend linguistic barriers, providing a thoroughly enjoyable musical experience.

I actually LOVED this album. It was so groovy and the vocals made me want to dance even more. I had never heard of this album before but it felt like I could enjoy the songs as if they were up there with my faves. I really want to save my 5/5s for AMAZING albums so I give this a reluctant: 4/5

nice fusion

oh wow!

"África Brasil" is a masterclass in rhythm and performance, with secretive but long-lasting influence that can still be felt today. Even for any listeners wary of any language barrier with music, Jorge Ben Jor makes music that anybody can immediately understand and groove along with.

Den Interpreten kannte ich bisher nicht. Manches ist nicht schlecht, etwas funky. Manches wirkt eher wie spontan gespielt, Karnevalsparty? Anscheinend aber auch ernste Texte. Cuica-Fan werde ich wohl nicht mehr. Es wird viel an Instrumenten und Stimmen aufgefahren, vielleicht etwas für den Sommer.

Excellent tunes with a ton of replay-ability. Great for warm weather and pool parties.

Ponta lanca has been a favorite since high school. Oustanding song. The rest of the album was disappointing. Nice funk sounds, but not nearly as smooth as the first track.

fun, new to me music.

Pretty groovy! Great album to pop on whilst cooking and having a glass of wine or as a pre going out ‘warm up’. Loved it

This album was so much fun and really lifted me out of my Neil Young Youtube funk (I am actually feeling a bit bad about my recent Neil Young review - I was a bit too salty! ha ha) These were the perfect backing tracks to driving around today and taking my kids and their mates to the beach - good summer vibes - I'll be back to listen to this groovy album again! Maybe even this evening with a cider on the balcony! Fave track: Camisa 10 Da Gavea

funky and suuuper cool. If I want to show people that I'm smart and worldly, I'm putting this on. great for the beach or a dinner party. Looove it!

Probably won’t listen again but enjoyed listening to it this time.

Oscillated between highly infectious and mildly irritating. Luckily it spent the majority in the fun and infectious. Solid 3.5

Really enjoyed jamming out to this on a sunny day. Primed for a low-key day party dance. Impossible not to groove. Fave track: Cavaleiro Do Cavalo Imaculado

Good album for a walk. Passionate and fun. Clever blending of styles. Interested for more by Jorge. Three stars. Fave track: O Filósofo

Great groovs, added to the library.

Pretty catchy! I don't know the language so it's a bit like easy listening, but still good.

5/5. Dang, didn't think was gonna so hard. I do not speak Portuguese but his vocal melodies and harmonies are smooth and work so well with the band and guitar riffs. The ad-libs in the background create an environment that feels like I am in a large room in the basement of a bar or something. It goes really hard, just great musicianship and fun stuff.

Ohhhh, one I don't know! This is exciting. What a cool album.

I don't like dance music or 70s music or apparently Brazilian music.

time to dance! i would rate it a 4.5 but going with 5 since i don't have half star options i was looking for new bossa nova and this is like a great energetic bossa nova album. i bet if i understood the lyrics, they would add to the quirky vibe that i'm getting i feel like modern music/modern indie music makers would plagarize the shit out of some of these songs

I loved this album! The music just made me feel good/awake/alive. :)

Highlights: Ponta de Lanca Africano, Xica da Silva.

"Africa Brasil" by Jorge Ben Jor is a captivating album that seamlessly blends samba, funk, and Afro-Brazilian influences. Released in 1976, it's a musical journey that showcases Ben Jor's unique style and rhythmic prowess. The album's fusion of genres and socially conscious lyrics make it a timeless and influential piece in Brazilian music history.

Not for me, samba elevator music

A fervently dynamic album that keeps you dancing from track to track.

One or two good songs, some unexpected N64 sounds tracks but overall uninteresting. Good back ground music.

Seamless, enjoyable and exotic listen. Will be revisiting.

This album has great energy to it. Despite not speaking Spanish, I enjoyed the feel of the album. Would happily put this on again.

Literally know nothing about this album, artist, or any songs. No idea what is going to sound like, but I'm guessing it fits into the nebulous 'world music' genre. Ok, guitar riff is great, very cool groove. Lyrics are not in English, but the singing is good. I'm guessing Portuguese? Very fun and bright. Lots of sounds I'm not familiar with. Doesn't sit in any one genre, just kinda goes where it wants to. O Plebeau is really fun, then Taj Mahal is fun in a very different (but still upbeat and fun!) way A lot of the sounds in the background remind me of gyroids from Animal Crossing. Which is the best example of my unfamiliarity with music in this vein. This was definitely an "Expanding my musical horizons" album, and I kinda loved it. I don't know much about samba and should really go back and listen to some of his earlier stuff, but throwing it in with funk is very cool. I could see myself coming back to it and diving in deeper.

Wonderful album! This will be one I share with others and okay again!

Pretty good. Up beat and catchy but smooth. Foreign language so good background music. Not really my usual thing but I liked it.

I do not expect harmonic sophistication from ethnic music, but I do expect it to be rhythmically interesting. This was not.

First and second listen. Not bad…good.

A funky little slice of Brazilian and African music. I can't understand a word of it, but enjoyable nevertheless. 4/5. Favorite Track: Meus Filhos, Meu Tesouro

Not my style but good music.

Favorites: Ponta De Lanca Africano (great beat), O Plebeu (wish I could understand portugese), Xica Da Silva, Africa Brazil (Zumbi). Some of the tracks are heavy on the Cuica (monkey drum) - something I'm just not used to (like in Taj Mahal). However this works well in Xica Da Silva.

Gave it an above average review. The musicianship was brilliant but hard for me to appreciate the vocal aspects not knowing the language.

Fun!

Very catchy

Really happy to have expanded my knowledge of Brazilian funk and Tropicalia. This definitely feels like the kind of album Questlove would recommend. The first two songs are absolute bangers. Learned that Rod Stewart used Taj Mahal sequences in Da Ya Think I’m Sexy. An energetic album.

Sounds like it was recorded yesterday!

Really dig this! At least a 3.5 for me. Kind of a surprise.

fantastic

Como eu não sabia que esse álbum e a música Taj Mahal existe?

Great, incredible grooves

Really good Way more funky than I was expecting Easy listen 4

Taj mahal is a banger

Best one so far as of 1.1.24 I like very funky

Not my style.

This is the stuff that keeps me into this project. I have never heard of him, but the title alone was enough to make me assume I’d like this album and I sure did. Great energy, amazing groove.

very enjoyable despite the language barrier

первый трек люто конешно размотал

I admit, it was a cool and relaxed album

I think this Brazilian bossa nova/funk style just isn't for me. I can respect it though. There's some fun funky guitar and rhythm here. I could see it being a fun background for a party.

so good

I feel that I cannot give this a fair review, as this kind of World Music is too far from my musical roots. It sounds like a blend of said genre with 70s funk, another of my less-than-favourite styles. 2.5/5

okayish, viele liede ausm dem album auf spotify leider nicht verfügbar :( aber wird kein relisten

Das Album war kaum verfügbar. Habe den ersten Song angehört und es war nicht so schlecht. 5.0/10

Cool album! I loved the unique experiance of needing to feel the meaning in the music without lyrics. Really a good album. Notices some of the vocal melodies matching the melodies of popular songs and which was fun. May listen agian. Probably 3/5 in my book.

Kein Ethopop, sondern gelungene Mischung unterschiedlicher Stile

Altmodischer sound - musste damals alles Rock & Funk sein. Ein Irrtum!

I don't prefer this kind of music

Although I couldn't understand the lyrics this was pretty good.

Kinda neat

This was fun, although I couldn't understand the lyrics I could feel it

Not really my style but worth a listen.

What an album! I had only heard Ponta De Lanca Africano before and loved it. The rest of the album is just as good with really no lulls. Adding this to the regular mix!

Was pleasantly surprised by this from the first note on. I've rated my previous tropicalia album as a three star. This one gets four but there's been a decade of evolution between the two albums

Breezy, fun. 3.5 rounded up.

Frenetic African inspired samba and mbp Brazilian set. I loved it.

Ok

Fun

isso é uma merda

Kind meh

Amazing album.

Certainly passed the steering wheel test.

different, but not really for me.

Anything brazil I eat up right away. Opening track grabs u right away with the hypnotic drums, catchy lyrics, and the dope classic rock style guitar. O Plebeu is a vibee

This is the first album on this last I had never heard of - knew of - in any way aware of... This is Jorge Ben's fourteenth album - a seasoned artist who apparently adopted an electric guitar and elements of American funk for this album. I know very little of Brazilian music - this is of a dated funk/soul style - great vocalist and back-up singers in an r&b/motown-type sound. He integrates a range of latin rhythms with the other elements of a big funk band - a horn section and strong keys.

Loved it- would definitely listen again.

This album was definitely better than I expected it to be. It was fun and upbeat. For once a foreign album that I have no clue what is being said but still provides entertainment. That is what music is about. Not sure how good the lyrics are but they’re catchy and this album was pretty fun. I would listen to this again. Perfect album for a specific setting or party. 6.3/10

Doesn’t offend

Discoveries like this make slogging through the scores of mediocre albums on this list worth it.

a real treat

Amazing opening. - Full of interesting rhythms and cultural references. - I might be mistaken but this version of "Taj Mahal" sounds very different - Love the story telling

Great beat and a great bluesy vibe. Obviously, I don't understand the lyrics, but it's good stuff.

really cool (but WOW rod stewart blatantly plagiarised “Taj Mahal”) Best tracks: Ponta de Lança Africano, Hermes Trismegisto Escreveu, Taj Mahal, Camisa 10 Da Gávea, Cavaleiro Do Cavalo Imaculada

3.75

I've never heard of this artist before but I enjoyed it. Don't think it was life changing but I'm glad I was introduced to him. Got some cinematic vibes to.

Not bad, but not my taste. Stand-out: Xica Da Silva

3. Nothing more.

Funky

One of the greatest world albums I have ever listened to: the funk and flow of the music was smth I have never heard before. This may have to enter my regular rotation bc the depth to this album was exceptional. Would totally recommend.

I've heard this once before and I think if I gave it another couple serious listens, it would really start to click with me. Even now I was seriously getting into it on that last run of songs, the energy is palpable, from the instruments to the wild vocals. It's just natural that music not in your own language can take a bit more time to digest since there's no hooks or choruses to latch onto, but this one is definitely going into the memory bank as something to revisit.

really nice

Really good jams.

Good

Good to groove to, really enjoyed this

Me gustó escuchar otra cosa que no fuera rock 100%. Sonidos latinos, con alma y política.

I couldn't understand a word that they were singing but it didn't matter, it was an enjoyable listen and a fun discovery.

Gear: Moondrop Variations Mische: belanglos - bassarm und spitz Mugge: belanglos - aber sicherlich nett als Dinner-Musik Wertung: 2/5

The album starts better than it ends. It's not bad, but it's too much sound. The instruments overwhelm my brain and leave me anxious as I listen. Favorite song was meus filhos, meu tessoro.

FUNKY

"Africa Brasil" by Jorge Ben Jor is a solid album that blends samba, bossa nova, and African rhythms. It reflects Jorge Ben Jor's musical skills and highlights Brazil's diverse cultural influences. The mix of Afro-Brazilian elements gives the album a lively feel. With catchy rhythms and Jorge Ben Jor's expressive vocals, it's a enjoyable listen. The album's upbeat and energetic mood makes it appealing for those who appreciate diverse musical influences. Overall, it's a decent musical journey that contributes to the rich diversity of global sounds.

MASTERPIECE!

It was interesting and strange

There's an obvious language barrier but the rhythms and vibes are great. 4/5.

後半がかっこいい。

Evening after work chill music for me

Wonderful!!

Lasted three songs

didn't NOT like, but hard to listen to with ADHD

Next 5 songs played by my Spotify Algorithm: Secos & Molhados - El Rey Sergio Sampaio - Sinceramente Los Sebosos Postizos - A Jovem Samba Milton Nascimiento - Para Lennon E McCartney - Por Que

Dont be silly. Brasil is not in Africa!

Nicht mein Ding

This is slightly more elevated than a dollar bin album, but not more than a $2 bin album.

Some of the Orchestration feels a little dated but overall its a nice mix of 1970's contemporary music and Brazilian music. best when its rawer and more direct, the thicker orchestration seems to dilute it a bt.

Beautiful music. Makes you want to get up and dance. Grooving, vibrating, flowing, pulsing music for the soul. More alive and vibrant than many albums here, Jorge Ben Jor sings with passion and emotion. From the little I can find in translation, it seems he is a mystic, searching deep the ancient mysteries. And a bit of a political provocateur, calling out injustice and corruption. A welcome addition to my world music playlist.

Eh

Africa Brazil is an album. It's a good album, the sound is familiar yet has something different in it. The guitars that sounded at first drew me in, they sounded kinda like blues, but then the songs went into punchy rhythms with rock and samba elements, with frankly, very interesting production. But this is not for me, the sound is good, I liked the album, but I wouldn't listen to it again. Plus songs in languages I don't know aren't my thing. It's not that I have to know what the songs says, but it just feels weird and less enjoyable somehow, not the fault of the album, but still. Overall, I am glad I listened to this, nevertheless, I give it a 3.

Why am I listening to this? It's awful. Whoever put this album on this list either needs their ears checked or is a troll. I'm not finishing this. This is terrible.

Instrumentals are good, but I'm not a fan of foreign language music that I can't understand at all.

Wat een lekkere muziek zeg, word er helemaal vrolijk van Haha huh Rod Stewart heeft de melodie van Taj Mahal gebruikt in 'Da ya think I'm sexy' 🤯 Ja heel nice album, luister eigenlijk niet vaak dit soort muziek maar zou ik meer moeten doen 5 nummertjes opgeslagen, would buy!

Erg leuk en gezellig album. Maar omdat Portugees/braziliaans niet echt m’n taal is en er niks van versta vind ik het net wat minder ofzo, spaans of papiaments had ik leuker gevonden hehe. Maar wordt er nogsteeds wel blij van:) Ik pas m’n rating van het vorige album van Björk aan naar 1,5 i.p.v. 2. En zou deze een 2,5 geven, maar dan toch meer een 3 dan een 2. Is het te merken dat ik geen keuze kan maken tussen de 5 sterren hahaha

Zou het zelf niet zo snel opzetten, maar wel goed vibe’je!

Lekkere energie, deze jorge heeft wel veel aparte geluidjes.

Ik heb al genoeg schreeuwende Brazilianen op werk. Nee dank

Album klinkt als vakantie in de oren

Zonder deze site had ik dit nooit beluisterd en dat vind ik wel gaaf. Vrolijke interessante muziek maar zou het niet heel snel zelf aanzetten

aint bad

Vaikee keskittyä

VMP

6/11, 55%

Pretty joyous and funky.

Highlights: Ponta De Lança Africano, Taj Mahal Pleasantly surprised by this album! It's fun, sensual, chill and get-up-and-go-dance music. I can picture some songs appearing on Late Night Tales compilations. Think funk, soul, light disco and bossa nova, all in Portuguese. Overall: 7/10

Great brazilian music

loved it

What a fun listen. Normally, when I listen to music, I start with vocals and lyrics. And I get my first impression on what is being said and how it is being said. On this record.... I don't understand any of the lyrics, as I don't know Portuguese. I had to adjust my listening accordingly. I listened to the vocals as it was another instrument. And by doing so, it added a lot of layers and flavour to the album. Musicly (vocals aside) it's great. Lot of soul and a lot of funk! Rhythm section is tight and I can just picture being in a sweaty bar and every one dancing and enjoying themselves to this type of music. Live music hits so much harder. I can't see myself giving a second listen to this album but I'm happy I got to experience it. It truly made me feel like I was some place else.

I know a track from this album and it's the best song ever, so this will probably be great. Update: it was amazing. One of my favorite new listens of the year.

This has got a cool, groovy upbeat reggae type sound mixed into more African drumbeats. I really like it and would probably like it more if I could understand the words.

It was good.

God damn this shit slaps so hard

Chill

I enjoyed this a lot and understood nothing.

Not bad just have to be in a better (sunnier) place for it to be better

Brilliant vibes!

Absolute vibes. What a brilliant Portuguese bop selection

навіть не знаю коли це можна слухати

Very fun Brazilian rhythms. Very dance-able, samba-ish. Very cool traditional Brazilian instruments here.

Not really my style

Fun and danceable songs in his native portugiese. Very nice listen

It’s a shame that Rod Stewart didn’t rip off any more of this album, otherwise his late career might actually have been good

Certified banger of an album. These songs have an old-school vibe but definitely do not sound dated. No idea what he is saying but the musical talent is there.

Foreign language but the music is upbeat with some nice backup instruments. Great listen, especially when trying to concentrate since I wasn't distracted by the lyrics.

Good fun, definitely outwith my usual taste but a good listen regardless

Interesting! Unique sounding album with good charisma.

Very groovy album with about four standouts, the rest blend together unfortunately

Brazilian world music. Good.

I love O Plebeu. The vibe of the album is so chill and sunny. No idea what he’s talking about but that’s fine with me.

Lekker man, Een of ander samba album met Afrikaanse en Braziliaanse invloeden? Dit is voor mij de essentie van de 1001 lijst, de albums van artiesten en muziek genres waar ik echt nog nooit van heb gehoord. Wie weet, ontdek ik een nieuwe favoriet! Het kabbelt nogal, ik hou hier lastig mn aandacht bij, maar het is wel de ultieme achtergrond vibe muziek. Geen volle aandacht is niet altijd een negatief iets! Het is een beetje jazzy, funky, ik vind het toch wel lekkere muziek! Dit is een heel fijn maandagochtend album, ook al had i km eigenlijk donderdag moeten luisteren. Het kabbelt een beetje voort, voelt lekker zomers en deze man heeft gewoon Mas que nada gemaakt! Ik vind het lastig om hier een cijfer aan te geven, omdat het niet een album is wat ik mezelf snel weer zie luisteren maar er zijn toch zeekr een paar nummers in playlists verdwenen. Ik ga denk ik tch voor 3 sterren omdat ik de muziek net niet spannend genoeg vind voor meer. FAVO: Ponta de Lanca Africano, Taj Mahal, Xica Da Silva

In deze week met uiterst droevig weer, kan ik wel een injectie zomer gebruiken. Gelukkig is daar Jorge Ben Jor, met zijn zalige samba funk, die precies bied wat ik nodig heb. Het album kabbelt een beetje door, ik versta niets van zijn zoet portugese stemmetje, maar ik heb het naar mijn zin. Tot daar redelijk vanuit het niet ineens Taj Mahal erin knalt, alsos het op de dansvloer van elke disco gedraaid wordt. Het is dat ik mijn heupen niet kan bewegen, anders zouden die helemaal gek gaan. Taj Mahaaaaaa-aaaaaal, Taj Mahal!!!!! Dere dere dere dere dere!!!! Die iets hogere energie houd de rest van het album aan, en dit werkt perfect voor mij. Rustig opwarmen om dan lekker door te pakken. Favo's: Taj Mahal, Camisa 10 Da Gavea, Africa Brasil (Zumbi)

if u think i’m sexy

Komplette Album nicht vorhanden

Finally, something else brand new to me. But the very first song has lyrics and melody that fellow Brazilians SOULFLY used in one of their early records, so I was immediately struck with familiarity. This album is groovy as fuck. Smooth, vibey, funky. Would have loved this back when I was sample hunting. Solid old-school Brazilian samba soul music.

Not my kinda jam but the album itself has good variety and I imagine is quite good for people that are into this kinda music. Think it would go well in some kind of hipster coffee shop where they tell you that your preferred order is wrong because you need to have it without milk for the true experience.

Heard before: some Inject this in my veins! So funky, so smooth, so tropicalía! This band is unbelievably strong; I hope the cumbía player got paid double time. It’s a seamless mix of sensual Brazilian rhythms and sounds, the drive and urgency of rock and funk, melodies and strings floating above, call and response refrains, and Ben Jor’s lovely voice holding it all together. This is the real melting pot here. Lyrically, it seems like a lot of these tracks are about fùtbol and family, which just makes me like fùtbol even more. Umbabaraumba, goal man go! Top tracks: Meus Filhos Meu Tesouro, O Filósofo, Cavaleiro do Cavalo Imaculado

really nice chords and harmonies and just a nice atmosphere I can enjoy pretty much all of the time

Very bouncy. I enjoyed this one

Latin, upbeat summmery tunes.not for me to actuvly listenfk but suffs good background chill.

hino

Now this is a solid jam. I can get down with some bossa-nova style and solid funk. Some tracks and effects were a bit off-putting for my ear, but others had such a strong foundation they were irresitable.

An absolute vibe. Two of my fave genres blended together. Definitely will be playing this next summer.

Not bad, kind of zoned out a bit but good background music.

Guy has a great voice. Ton of energy on this album with fun beats. Seems like it’s great for dancing or just a good headphone listen

Wow, this was surprisingly good considering I have no idea what the words mean. Great grooves that combine rock, funk and latin sounds. Sounds very contemporary despite being almost 50 years old. Foreign language rock music is pretty unusual to hear in the US, but this proves it can be really, really good.

A mix between scorpions and Sex Pistols. Some of the shredding was out of this world but otherwise my great music.

Surprisingly fun listen, obviously didn’t understand the lyrics but could hear influences similar to Graceland

Very cool

All time great

Never heard of this guy before and haven’t listened to hardly any Brazilian music in my life. I enjoyed this album, I think Portuguese is a really cool language. Liked the tempo and danceability of the music. Also had to look up what was making the wild squeaking sounds; turns out it’s a crazy drum-shaped instrument called a cuica that’s pretty prominent in Brazilian music. I think Beck uses one on a song called “Tropicalia.” Three stars

I didnt finish the album. I can tell it is quality music but yesterday I couldn't get behind it being in Portuguese. I would love to hear it in English but I am sure it would lose some of the magic.

Heard before. Taj Mahal has been staying in my rotation since the first time I heard it. Feel good album. + Ponta de Lança Africano + O Filósofo + Meus Filhos, Meu Tesouro + O Plebeu + Taj Mahal + Xica Da Silva + A História De Jorge Voa Jorge, voaaaa

I knew Jorge Ben Jor before from his earlier work, I've never listened to any of these songs though. I had to let this one sit for a while - I've put it on my 1001 backlog list - because at the time it didn't quite resonate with me and I knew there had to be something more in it. Turns out there is, but I'm still not enjoying this as much as I though I would. Naturally, I love this crazy mixture of funky and latino rhythms and I find myself bouncing or tapping the table as the album is playing in the background. I love the three songs in the middle - Meus Filhos, Meu Tesouro (such a beautiful love song to his children!), O Plebeu and Taj Mahal. But really, I find the rest of the album to be a bit tiring, especially towards the end. At some point, there's just too many things happening at the same time and it leaves me with this.. noise (and I'm not just saying that about cuica, but yeah it is kind of an acquired taste if you're not from the culture). I don't know, maybe it's just not my thing. I still have trouble rating it. On its own, it would be a 3, but I'm not sure if this is the only album from Jorge on this list? Hope not.

Solid guitar I liked it

よくわかんない…圧倒的スキルで黙らせられてる感じ…つかれる…

Decent album, only really liked the opener, everything else was kind of background music.

Such a fun album, really enjoyed it.

My biggest thrill in the 1001 albums list so far is finding these fantastic Brazilian albums.

I didn't know a single word he said but I vibe with it. 8/10

Was not expecting this one. I’m a big rhythm guy so not being able to understand the lyrics didn’t bother me. The album had some really great new sounds I’ve never heard together that really harmonized well. The monkey drum got me good. Added Xica da Silva and Taj Mahal to my personal playlist. Had me singing and listening on repeat 8.5

Really enjoyed the Blues inspired guitar and vast amount of percussion instruments throughout the album. I do think the songs are rather repetitive but I did find my self drumming along to most songs so I like it overall. 6/10

COME TO BRAZIL!!! Brazilian Funk, hell yeah. The ‘record scatching Animal Crossing noise’ (Cuíca Monkey Drum) stressed Mochi out. O Plebeu was a fuckin jam. Taj Mahal is a certified banger 🔥. His voice is great, the instrumentals are great, the back up singers are great, album is great. A História De Jorge was the weakest song and still pretty damn good. Super solid album from start to finish. This will make its way into my playlist. I have already relistened to this album 3 times. 9/10

Good music and very catchy - might go back to it later

This is the first album on the list that was completely unfamiliar to me. I'm really glad for that - I haven't spent much time learning about music in recent years and I've been missing that. Also, the scant bit of Brazilian music I've heard before I've liked (well known Bossanova type stuff). That said, to me this album was more "a sound" than "songs", in part because I don't speak Portuguese.

Fun! First album I was previously unfamiliar with, though I'd heard the first song on an old Luaka Bop compilation CD I owned. Great energy and just enjoyable stuff.

Fun! First album I was previously unfamiliar with, though I'd heard the first song on an old Luaka Bop compilation CD I owned. Great energy and just enjoyable stuff

Not for me.

Funky, upbeat, fun, albeit a little repetitive. 3.5

It was alright but naturally I could not understand a word that was being said. I won't revisit the album but I didn't skip any songs. I will round up.

I love it !!! Too bad it’s not available in spotify. Great production, great voice, smooth melodies. Stand out track: Taj Mahal

Transport me to a movie from the 70s where I'm in a upscale hotel lobby of a foreign country.

Fav: Taj Mahal LF: O Plebeu Goos vibes all around, mid 8