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Nicht mein Genre!
Contrary to popular belief, bossa nova evolved inpendently from Jazz, emerging from samba in the mid- to late-fifties. Nevertheless, on this album we see these styles collide with Gilberto (guitar), the "father of bossa nova", working with Gets (sax) with cool jazz roots. The result is a work that will introduce the world to bossa nova and create several songs that will ultimately become jazz standards. This is a great album, I enjoyed the listen. Considering its ongoing and historical importance, this was an album well worthy of inclusion on the list.
I feel it’s unfair to be rating this over 60 years later when this style has become hold/elevator music to the point of cliche. It has nice chill vibes and I can imagine hearing this at the time would have been revelatory.
I love this one. Hits just right on a Sunday morning with a cup of coffee and some sunshine.
Lovely. Disappointing to read of Getz’s treatment of Astrud Gilberto as the songs with her lead owe so much to her contribution. Still though, a breezy, cool little burst of sunshine of an album.
Easy listening Latin jazz for low-key rainy evening mood.
nice
The Girl from Ipanema is a banger
I typically enjoy my jazz with more teeth but this was pretty good for bossa nova. 3/5
Música brasileña, poco qué añadir ❤️❤️
A mislim lijepo zvuči, ne mogu reći da ne, samo mi trenutno ne sjeda ta bossanova na tmurno kišno jutro. Znam njegove stvari otprije, tako mi nije ni neko iznenađenje. Bit će 2/5, 3.5/10
I mean, this album is just a delight. I feel happy and relaxed just thinking about it.
The postcard picture of carioca life
Lovely plinky plonky hotel lobby music
Magical on a sunny Friday. Magical on a wet Saturday
Pretty lovely stuff
Decades before anyone ever utilised the word ”chill” as a musical genre this surely has to be the template of this very description. An album to just put on and simply forget about all the shit that is going on in the world today. Getz was the definition of chill & cool.
The best elevator music on the market. This is an amazing album, incredibly well produced and sounding so damn smooth and nice. There are simply no rough edges to be found on this. Ideal music for Sunday Morning Jazz Club.
4.5
Exceptional!!
J - 3/5 Best Track - "The Girl From Ipanema" F - 1/5
?? no thanks
Ah, my least favourite genré, with a lot of saxophone, an instrument I mostly hate. And they're singing in portuguese, a language I find unpleasant. Skip.
Very lovely bossa nova. I'd rate 5 stars if there was a bit more variety in moods and if the volume mixing was a bit better.
Sultry and smooth. Very enjoyable listen!
Bangs
One of the best albums of all time. Everything is tight; Gilberto’s at his best, Getz seems to have the perfect Bossa tone, Jobim is good as always and Astrid Gilberto delivers one of the most unique and heavenly vocal performances ever. Easy 5/5
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Fantastic.
Every single one a bossa. No progression to this album at all. Listen to one, try to remember what commercial it was in. Then you do t have to spend any more time because they are all the same
Might be good but I just don't like jazz. 2 stars or D for me.
Often, if I listen to something and sort of forget I am listening to something thats a bad thing. In this case, I think its a good thing. Milton Banana.
These songs are so great.
Such a classic. I love all of the 60’s bossa/jazz crossover records. Some of the most beautiful harmony ever written. Astrud has such a cool and unique voice. These records are all pure gold, this ones probably the most iconic.
Incredible.
Two absolute legends at the top of their game. Just an A+ jazz record.
Really nice
This could unseat Miles Davis as #1 on the IGTOV chart. 5 *'s
Really been hit after hit of albums I've never heard lately. This is one of the warmest, most relaxing albums I've had the pleasure of listening to - the vocals are buttery, the sax and guitar are mixed incredibly well, and the percussion blends in so well you completely forget it's there. Another 4.5 that I'm bumping up to a 5 heck yeah
Very relaxing and smooth. Not sure I'd put it outside of 3 stars just from a pure enjoyability standpoint. Blends together quite a lot. Not sure it's good dinner party music even since it's got that bossa vibe but it's very pretty!
5/10 Bossa nova is not for me. I'm sure the people its for drink wine daily. This isn't a judgement, just a guess. you take care now. 7-14-2025
Pleasant background music, but I have to rate the album as an active listening experience.
One of my favourite albums of all time is a later one from Stan Getz somehow not featured in this. Still, this album was fantastic and a rare example of appreciation and not appropriation
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Lovely, feels like you are somewhere beautiful when you listen to it
I can't get past the whisper/mumble and gooey mixing on this. It just rubs me wrong.
Love it
I took an irrational dislike against The Girl From Ipanema and boss’s nova in general years ago but started to soften recently when my daughter fell in love with it. So I was prepared to be irritated by this album but found myself win over by its gentle vocals and rhythms and Astrud Gilberto’s vocals in the two tracks that feature her. For me those are the stand outs of the album
Over the past few years I have developed a massive love for this kind of sparse jazzy/bossa nova style, mostly in the form of asian electronic music, so hearing this was wonderful. The songs are beautifully written and performed, nothing feels out of place or overplayed and the minimalism makes the album feel intimate and cozy. I really enjoyed it and was somewhat sad to have it end so quickly.
Yeah I low-key fuck with Bossa Nova so I actually quite enjoyed this. Nice length, doesn't come close to overstaying its welcome, and I could listen to it in an elevator OR on the beach. Splendid. The Girl from Iponema (8/10) Doralice (7/10) Para Muchachor Meu Coracao (7/10) Desafinado (8/10) Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) (8/10) So Danco Samba (7/10) O Grande Amor (7/10) Vivo Sonhando (7/10) 7.4/10
Lowk fw the bossa nova and fun vocals, little too easy of a listen and kinda blew through without really hearing anything distinct but I did love what I heard. Will start delving into the genre!
klasik, mada ipak pored hitova malo monoton
Bossanova is ok but it bores me
Jaaaaazzzz…nice! Not my cup of tea.
Jazz, samba, bossa nova from the 60s. Incredibly smooth. Pool cocktail music. Cozy and classy. Smooth.
Some of these songs are so familiar now, it's good to hear them in a more original form.
Like "Kind of Blue" and "Timeout," this falls into the all-time classic jazz record category. I love Getz's beautiful warm tone and the singing through out is buttery--especially from Astrud Gilberto.
Hey I liked the other Stan Getz album, but this didn’t do it for me. Pretty but slumber-inducing. I’m not in the mood or situation for that, but hey, albums don’t get second chances when you’re down 20
An undeniable classic. And hey I get it. The album that changed our nation’s trajectory forever. From hard at work to loungin’ around. Is Stan Getz solely responsible for what we have become? Maybe. It’s definitely enjoyable music, and I doubt many would disagree with that. But this could be a case of an album that suffers from its own fame, or maybe I just don’t love bossa nova. It’s excellent background music, but to me, stays in the background. It’s extremely possible that is because it has been played to death, and once again, it really is a nice listen. I’ll never ask to turn it off, nor will I likely ask to put it on; and maybe that’s what life is really all about. Also Portuguese sounds like simlish.
I was obsessed with this album one Summer road tripping through Italy. Found it from the first track but the whole album is such a vibe.
Very chill late night album. Sounds like animal crossing music
👎🏻
The Girl from Ipanema has gotten some TikTok traction as well. Album was fine not bad but not for me. 5.1/10
When I saw the first song, I thought "Ooh, I hope every song sounds like "Girl from Ipanema" and friends, that is EXACTLY what I got.
Nice!
Nice easy listening album
it was okay
nye, no l'he acabat pero the girl from ipalama esta guai
Calming jazz album, I haven’t listened to much jazz so it was a nice detour from my usuals
The girl from Ipanema is good but the rest of the album...
I had never listened to bossa nova before, and it was amazing. So soothing
Very cool. Especially in regards of practicing Portuguese
Very relaxing music, feels like drinking cocktail at the beach in the sunset. Wouldn't consider melodies/songs that legendary but definitely have a spark.
Not for me
Feels somewhat apt to get this album on the hottest day of the year. Threw open the windows, made an ice cold drink and for a moment forgot about the fact I'm meant to be working. I know some people deride this as "elevator music" or easy listening, but you know what, sometimes you do just want something that sounds great and goes down easy. And honestly this manages to capture such a specific vibe and mood.
Album incredible, indescriptible, de sumo cuidado, amor por la musica y sentimientos perfectos que solo el jazz y en este caso el jazz de Stan Getz y Joao Gilberto solo podrían conseguir, amor por todo lo que esto representa, uno de mis albums favoritos de todos los tiempos. simplemente Bozza Nova.
blues jazzet. Gider ikke at høre det.
Perfect. It's a filthy hot summer day and this slid through my evening like a balm. Only ever heard it in in compilations before but as a single piece it's excellent.
Girl from Ipanema good Backing track sounds elevator music-y Kinda relaxing tbh The sax kinda slaps ngl Really nice throughout, not really a dip in quality Corcovado is such a smooth listen
Cool and breezy. Add to chill out playlist. Girl from Ipanema and Corcovado are nice.
If you're old enough to remember, this album changed music in many ways back in the '60s. And...there's no music more seductive than bossa nova.
Lovely bossa, but a bit samey!!
I love this. It’s a perfect relaxing Sunday morning vibe. It’s so beautiful, her voice, the piano, the saxophone tone is otherworldly. It’s just gorgeous and I loved listening to it. I think I’ve actually heard this entire album before! I at least have listened to the girl from ipanema because I mean who hasn’t. But it’s silky and smooth. The perfect late night or early morning album.
Perfect for a summer Sunday
Love the ez listening,
Good chill lounge music. Not sure what makes it better than others but it's an me to start with, ready to have on in the background on repeat
Gooodd
Favorite song: The Girl from Ipanema Astrud Gilberto has a beautiful voice, I really like the songs that she's in. The cool sax creates a very calming feeling throughout the whole album. I really like jazz.
I really enjoy this...in fact we have some of these tracks on a cocktail lounge mix cd from the 90s. I feel like to thoroughly enjoy it though, you need to be sipping a cocktail in a dark corner with your lover.
With a caipirinha, maybe
One of the all time great nap albums. The LeBron of nap albums. The Abbey Road of shutting your eyes for 30-40 minutes.
Just beautiful! This is the second album in a row that I will actively seek out the next time I go to the record store.
3.0 - Ok
## In-Depth Review: *Getz/Gilberto* by Stan Getz & João Gilberto *Getz/Gilberto* (1964) stands as a landmark album in both jazz and world music, credited with launching the global bossa nova craze and forever altering the landscape of popular music. This review examines the album’s lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, while also weighing its pros and cons. ## **Album Overview** - **Artists:** Stan Getz (tenor saxophone), João Gilberto (guitar, vocals), Antônio Carlos Jobim (piano, composer), Astrud Gilberto (vocals), Milton Banana (drums), Sebastião Neto (bass) - **Producer:** Creed Taylor - **Release Year:** 1964 - **Notable Tracks:** “The Girl from Ipanema,” “Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars),” “Desafinado,” “Só Danço Samba”[1][2][3] ## **Lyrics** The lyrics on *Getz/Gilberto* are understated, poetic, and rooted in the Brazilian tradition of painting vivid, romantic images of Rio de Janeiro and its people. Most tracks feature lyrics in Portuguese, with select verses in English, notably sung by Astrud Gilberto, whose gentle, untrained voice lends an air of intimacy and authenticity[2][1]. - **“The Girl from Ipanema”:** The most famous track, with lyrics by Vinícius de Moraes and English adaptation by Norman Gimbel, tells a simple yet evocative story of a beautiful woman walking by, capturing the bittersweet longing of the observer. The lyrics are direct, painting a scene of idyllic beauty and subtle melancholy. - **“Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars)”:** This song offers a vision of tranquility and romantic contentment, with lyrics that evoke peaceful nights and quiet love. - **Other tracks:** Songs like “Desafinado” and “Só Danço Samba” play with themes of love, longing, and the joys and frustrations of romance, all delivered with a light touch and poetic brevity. The lyrics avoid overt political or social commentary, instead focusing on personal emotions and the beauty of everyday life, often through a lens of gentle nostalgia[4]. ## **Music** The music of *Getz/Gilberto* is the album’s most celebrated feature, blending the rhythmic sophistication of Brazilian samba with the harmonic complexity and improvisational flair of jazz[5][2][6]. - **Bossa Nova Rhythms:** The album is a masterclass in bossa nova, characterized by its syncopated, understated rhythms and gentle swing. João Gilberto’s guitar playing is central—his right-hand technique provides a subtle, percussive pulse that is both intricate and relaxed. - **Melodic Simplicity and Chromatic Harmony:** Antônio Carlos Jobim’s compositions are marked by simple, singable melodies set against rich, chromatic harmonies, creating a lush but accessible soundscape[4]. - **Stan Getz’s Saxophone:** Getz’s tenor saxophone is lyrical, breathy, and melodic, weaving effortlessly between the vocals and guitar. His improvisations are restrained, never overwhelming the delicate framework of the songs but adding a layer of emotional depth and jazz sophistication[5][6]. - **Vocals:** João Gilberto’s vocals are soft, almost whispered, embodying the bossa nova ethos of subtlety and cool detachment. Astrud Gilberto’s English vocals, particularly on “The Girl from Ipanema” and “Corcovado,” are unpolished yet captivating, her accent and phrasing becoming an iconic aspect of the album’s sound[2][1]. - **Instrumentation:** The arrangements are minimal, with piano, bass, and light percussion supporting the core trio. This sparseness allows each musical element to breathe, contributing to the album’s intimate atmosphere[6]. ## **Production** Produced by Creed Taylor, *Getz/Gilberto* was recorded in just two days, yet the results are remarkably polished and organic[2][6]. - **Recording Quality:** The production is intimate and transparent, with a natural warmth that highlights the interplay between musicians. The balance is superb—vocals, saxophone, guitar, and rhythm section each occupy their own space without crowding the mix[6]. - **Studio Ambience:** The recording captures the sense of a small room, with close-miked vocals and instruments that make the listener feel present at the session. Subtle details, like the resonance of the bass and the gentle brushwork on drums, are rendered with clarity[6]. - **Minimal Overdubs:** The album’s live-in-the-studio feel is a testament to the musicians’ chemistry and skill, with little need for post-production embellishments. ## **Themes** The album’s themes are rooted in romance, longing, and the everyday beauty of Brazilian life. - **Romantic Idealism:** Most songs explore the nuances of love—unrequited, contented, or wistful. The tone is never melodramatic; instead, it is cool, detached, and quietly passionate[5][4]. - **Idyllic Escapism:** The lyrics and music together evoke an idealized vision of Rio de Janeiro, its beaches, and its people, offering listeners a form of gentle escapism[4]. - **Cultural Fusion:** The collaboration itself is a thematic statement, blending North American jazz with Brazilian bossa nova, symbolizing cross-cultural understanding and artistic unity[2][6]. ## **Influence** *Getz/Gilberto* is arguably the most influential bossa nova album ever released, with impact far beyond its genre[2][3][1]. - **Global Popularization of Bossa Nova:** The album introduced bossa nova to a worldwide audience, sparking a wave of imitations and adaptations by artists as diverse as Frank Sinatra and The Beach Boys[2]. - **Jazz Standardization:** Songs like “The Girl from Ipanema,” “Desafinado,” and “Corcovado” became jazz standards, performed and recorded by countless musicians in the decades since[1]. - **Career Launches:** The album made international stars of Stan Getz, João Gilberto, Antônio Carlos Jobim, and especially Astrud Gilberto, whose debut vocal performance became iconic[2][7]. - **Cultural Impact:** The album’s success bridged cultural divides and demonstrated the commercial viability of non-English-language music in the US and Europe. It also provided a template for future cross-genre collaborations[2][6]. - **Awards:** *Getz/Gilberto* won the Grammy for Album of the Year, a rare achievement for a jazz record, and “The Girl from Ipanema” won Record of the Year[7]. ## **Pros and Cons** | Pros | Cons | |--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Timeless, universally appealing sound[5][1] | Some may find the album’s mood too uniform or subdued | | Lyrical, melodic saxophone playing by Getz[6][5] | Astrud Gilberto’s vocals, while iconic, can sound amateurish to some listeners[2] | | João Gilberto’s subtle, innovative guitar and vocals[1][6] | Lyrics lack depth for those seeking political or social commentary[4] | | Jobim’s masterful songwriting and harmonies[4][1] | The album’s brevity (8 tracks, ~35 minutes) may leave some wanting more | | Impeccable production—warm, intimate, natural[6][2] | The overshadowing fame of “The Girl from Ipanema” can detract from appreciation of others | | Seamless fusion of jazz and Brazilian music[5][2][6] | | | Launched the global bossa nova movement, huge cultural influence[2][3][1] | | ## **Track-by-Track Highlights** - **“The Girl from Ipanema”**: The album’s centerpiece, with Astrud Gilberto’s dreamy vocals and Getz’s lyrical saxophone. The song’s gentle sway and memorable melody made it a global hit[2][1]. - **“Doralice”**: A lively, rhythmically intricate tune showcasing Gilberto’s guitar and vocals. - **“Para Machuchar Meu Coração”**: A more melancholic piece, with plaintive singing and subtle instrumental interplay. - **“Desafinado”**: A classic bossa nova composition with playful lyrics about singing out of tune, featuring a memorable saxophone solo[1]. - **“Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars)”**: Another highlight for Astrud Gilberto, whose English vocals convey tranquility and romantic longing[2]. - **“Só Danço Samba”**: Upbeat and danceable, with infectious rhythms and melodic hooks. - **“O Grande Amor”**: A lush, romantic ballad with intricate harmonies. - **“Vivo Sonhando”**: A gentle, optimistic closer, leaving the listener in a state of peaceful reverie. ## **Conclusion** *Getz/Gilberto* is more than just a collection of songs; it is a milestone in music history, representing the perfect marriage of Brazilian bossa nova and American jazz. Its influence is vast, its sound timeless, and its artistry unmatched. The album’s strengths—its subtlety, beauty, and cross-cultural appeal—far outweigh its minor shortcomings. For anyone interested in jazz, world music, or simply the art of the album, *Getz/Gilberto* remains “beyond essential”.
It's a lovely sound, but it's a boring album. I can happily relate to its importance and the role it has in Brazilian music and indeed jazz. It's just not for me.
Forgettable
It's hard to say anything about this album that hasn't been said before. Another MUST LISTEN album for any fan of the genre. -Germoses Good elevator music - SC
A classic album and super enjoyable.
I don’t listen to a lot of foreign language albums. This one really was beautiful. I started out in my car, and I wasn’t quite feeling it. But I put it back on when I was doing some house chores, and it was magical playing in the background. Such a lovely album
Bossa Nova is king. Stan Getz’s work here is just as fantastic and smooth as his name.
Not a huge fan of his voice I like the instrumentals, but the vocals ruin them for me a little ☹️
very nice, liked it a lot
Not my favorite style of music but definitely a very good listen
Loungy and unrushed - smooth jazz but not saccharine - vocals are fantastic
Absolutely love "Girl from Ipenama" but, otherwise, this was pleasant background music for me. Felt like I was in a lounge with cigar smoke everywhere and fans circulating tropical air.
Very pleasant on the ears. I had only heard girl from Ipanema, so most was new to me. Bossa nova is soothing as hell, and I can appreciate this, but I struggled to really distinguish between songs at times, didn't find it super interesting. Would not go so far as to dismiss it as muzak though.
Great
Very enjoyable album , relaxing & soothing.
Unironically good
Maze me wanna have a picnic on the beach 7/10
It was OK. 2/5
Phenomenal Bossa Nova jazz. Really enjoyed the quiet, and the mood they achieved.
I wasn’t expecting to like this as much as I did.
Classic jazz album, sort of thing they play in a restaurant.
Definitely a good album for this 95° day. Good vibes
perfection. love it.
This is an album that your great grandparents or your grandparents would have put on the record player to create some background music for a cocktail party. The music was okay. I just don’t understand Portuguese though.
Love Stan Getz. Just not crazy about the Samba shit. I realize that this was a hit in 64 when Stan really needed the money but this is not for me.
wonderful, joyous, exquisite
Beautiful jazz by way of Brazil. Great in all the right ways.
Love the vibe. Perfect “easy listening” album”. Great ambience for a lazy weekend day at home, or to put on while doing household chores. Don’t really care for the tone of the sax. Too “windy”. But that’s the only complaint. Warm feeling, perfect for a summer evening. Low-key sounds like the same song repeated 8 times… not a bad thing. Would like a bit more variety in tempo/energy, still a vibe though. Have to be in the “mood” for it, as there’s only one mood. Mood: smooth, calm, warm. Track 6 has the best sax solo. Shorter runtime is a plus. Feeling a strong 4.
Excellent bossa nova example.
Very Hip
This makes me feel good
Peak. Great vibes, smooth, suave, very nice.
As I understand it this is the start of the bossa nova craze and it delivers exactly what I would expect in that regard. Other than that the saxophone parts a really good. While I don't understand the language at all the smooth voices still makes it a good album.
BRAZIL MENTIONED!!! This is probably the most internationally known album from my country, and it is indeed a national treasure. But here's a warning to the gringos: there's much more to our music than you can imagine. We're not just made of bossa nova, soccer and hot womens hahahahaha
I would seek this album out again for its smooth and calming tones. Goid ol' Bossa Nova
Ah, se ela soubesse
What a lovely listen! The jazz wasn't too complex and quite soothing. It made me want to be on a bistro patio.
Listen to this at the airport heading to Chicago So far this is amazing and the right amount of jazz I needed 9/10
The perfect album for a warm summernight with cool cocktails and good company.
Fun.
Love the texture and sound. No electric gizmos and pure talent on show. Some expert playing. Very smooth.
Perfect background music for a romantic dinner
Very pleasant album. I also love seeing artists like Sza being influenced by these types of albums
So hot, it's cool.
Had this on repeat. Great upbeat bossanova.
This album made me fall in love with Bossa Nova. Marvelous and beautiful.
Music genres I didn't think I would like but turns out I love them: Bossa Nova
Magical
Great album that’s easy to listen to and feels cool
not sure I like bossa nova. I like Jazz, but I feel like I need to be either a lovely level of drunk, or at least really high to appreciate it. Not sitting at my email job under florescent lights. That said! I really did enjoy this album, and after doing some research you can see why it is so important, not only to the genre, but to music, generally. For me, it's a 3/5, but a 4/5 wouldn't be crazy.
Not really my type of music so I don't feel I can properly rate it. I enjoyed it enough
Jazz again
I started listening to a lot of Brazilian music this year and while I have been very familiar with The Girl From Ipanema obviously, I haven't gotten a chance to listen to this in full - yet. It's really good!
I mean, it's just the greatest bossa nova record ever, right? João Gilberto's chill guitar sound is to die for. Listened to this on a cold, rainy, Scandinavian summer morning. Just as God intended.
Peak bossa nova. Easy 5.
A flawless blend of relaxed jazz phrasing and the smooth sway of bossa nova. Rather than defining a genre, this album turns it into a feeling. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘎𝘪𝘳𝘭 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘐𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘮𝘢 became a global sensation, thanks in large part to Astrud Gilberto’s airy, untrained charm — despite her appearing on only two tracks, she instantly became the definitive female voice of bossa nova. João Gilberto’s subtle guitar and Stan Getz’s lyrical saxophone complete the mood: effortless, intimate, and timeless. A quiet revolution in sound.
INCREIBLE
Very enjoyable
Cerramos la semana con EL álbum para compartir una cena con alguien a quien uno quiera cortejar. Ya sea para algo pasajero o algo a largo plazo pero para una cita que nos haga salir de la rutina. Increíble cómo éste álbum me hace bajar un cambio, imaginarme una cita con un vinito rico y en un balcón, mirando la ciudad. No quiero decir que me pasó. No, no. Jamás. Solo lo imagino. Hasta el lunes.
Another jazz album that didn't do a lot for me. I don't think it was bad, I just can't say I enjoyed it all that much. It was subdued and quiet, which I liked better than it being overly jazz-tastic. But, it also just kind of blended into the background. It sounded like something that would be playing at a cafe in the morning. That is good in its niche, but isn't really something I like more than that. I did like Girl from Ipanema, which is obviously a very famous song and I had heard before. I don't know that the other tracks were very memorable. It's also not an album I see myself listening to again. Unfortunately I think this is another casualty of my lack of interest in the genre. For me it was fine, but not all that good. Overall: 2.2/5
Pretty relaxing. Transports you to warmer climates
i should be eating pasta alone in a dimly lit restaurant after the worst heartbreak of my life
the girl from ipanema ain’t tall and tan and young and lovely she gave me malvern jazz band ptsd
Fine. Every tune basically sounds the same to me.
Good album; the blend of jazz and samba on this album is kind of perfect for me. Girl From Ipanema has been done by so many artists, but I think I like this rendition the best.
Listened to this for another list. Gave it a 2/5 there. Listened to it just now and feeling more generous. 2.75/5
Very smooth
Not much for jazz/lounge music
Pretty great jazz album
“The Girl from Ipanema” is good but that may be from familiarity. The album isn’t bad, but I just felt nothing from it. I thought I’d have enjoyed it and found it relaxing. The brass was mixed too closely to the front and was startling at times. I didn’t get it and that’s probably on me
Saxophone!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!
7/10. Nice samba. :)
At the right setting and moment, this fits perfectly. A warm day on the terrace with a drink would be a nice setting
very lovely work music
Pre-listening thoughts: I’m lowkey excited for this one and I’m not sure why I put it off for so long but! Post/during listening thoughts: this was so smooth and easy I can’t believe it’s not butter! I think that elevators make baby elevators to this music. This is easier than pie, lemon squeezy, and Sunday morning. 6/10 DID I NEED TO HEAR THIS BEFORE I DIE: nah Fav tracks: Girl From Ipanema, Corcovado Least fav tracks: n/a
Relaxing to listen to, but the moment you've listened to the first song, you already know the deal here.
An album of chill ipanema-likes. It is perfectly fine jazz music for your winding down activities, but that makes it rather situational.
Good. Can get a little backgroundy but its bracing whenever homegirls vocals come in.
10/10 Bossa Nova, my love…
Very relaxing, I enjoy the instrumentations, the vocals are calming, and even though most of it isn't in English I feel like I know what's going on. It makes me want a cup of coffee in a cozy cafe.
beautiful piece of art
Album art:3
There are two albums my high school band director would always talk about, this one and Kind of Blue by Miles Davis, now I can see why. Definitely one of the better jazz albums I've ever listened to. This feels like a great album to relax to at night. Not to mention all the jazz classics and standards on this album like Corcovado or The Girl From Ipanema.
Not my jam.
music for walking on the beach at 7 PM
Very nice and ready listening jazz! I loved both the male and female vocals.
Portuguese jazz and bosso nova? I did not expect to like this but I did. Good album.
Classic
6.5/10 Fav Song: Corcovado
Favorites: The Girl From Ipanema, Doralice, Corcovado Brilliant stuff. Getz and Gilberto were an excellent pair working towards possibly the best bossa nova project to ever exist. One of those records that I feel you don't even have to like the genre to enjoy. It's just that good!
Classic bossanova
Beautiful
3.5* 81%
I enjoyed this very much, so much so I dusted off my air sax .... good Sunday morning vibe.
Very much my kind of thing, will be on regular rotation
Beautiful classic. I remember this being covered on Channel 4 News when Gilberto died.. I think.
Lovely mellow album, wonderful performances all round, and helped prevent me losing my shit while trying to get Power Bi to work.
Beautiful. This was my first encounter with the amazing voice of Astrud Gilberto, and I have loved her forever.
After yesterday I was looking forward to something different and today’s album really hit that mark. Moving from the noise that was Marilyn Manson to the bossa nova here is, well, I couldn’t have picked something so radically in contrast. With that said, this isn’t really my thing either. I mean, I didn’t skip through it like yesterday and I didn’t find it revoltingly repugnant, but it didn’t really connect. It played in the background and I listened, and I heard, but that’s the extent of it. I wish I had enjoyed it more.
At the start of this project, 3+ years ago for me, I didn't care for bossa nova. This is obviously a masterpiece, but I think time has softened my disdain into enjoyment. I love Astrud Gilberto's voice and I love "The Girl from Ipanema" which this list introduced me to.
LOVED THIS ONE IT'S A SUMMER JAM
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Very nice, and easy listening for a Sunday morning. I enjoyed this a lot
I would expect to hear this music in a black and white movie about a French woman who is lonely. Smoooooooth saxophone pair with calming vocals. Great album
Nice easy going jazz. First time i've sat down and listened to Stan Getz. Nothing outstanding, and on the spectrum of easy listening to experimental, I like jazz a little more zany.
The OG! Put this on. Fix a cocktail. Prep dinner. Have a jazz cigarette. If you don't dig it youre just taking up space
Nah, mostly just singing. 1/5
I can still smell the cardboard sleeve of the vinyl record my folks had. One of my earliest memories of music here and phenomenal album start to finish.
I mean, it's really good but could you identify any of the songs besides girl from Ipanema? That's one of my favorite songs but this is just a good vibe
A great album to wake up tom. I was happy to see this pop up in the morning. Love the Stan Getz sound. Although I prefer jazz samba over this I can't find anything wrong with this, hence the 5 star rating.
Super calm vibes I adore this so much It is great music to chill out to A bit repetitive and a lot of it feels the same but it works in the albums favor.
Kind of samey, but chill and relaxing. Coffee shoppe sort of vibe. Also I don't know Portuguese
Pleasant
Another Getz in the space of a few days! Everything I said about the other one applies to this one too: "Immaculate vibes, but maybe not as much dynamism. That's a small complaint though. This is a lovely listen for any downtime." I mean if you want bossa nova you have to start with this album I suppose! Must-listen #142.
I feel this album in my body. I hate how Getz treated Astrud and screwed her out of royalties for her indelible contribution.
Its fine.
Really wanted to give this a 3.5 but alas I can't. It's nice, I love Girl From Ipanema, and the rest of the album is quite pleasant. But ultimately it's just pleasant and nice to listen to, nothing too exciting beyond that.
Heerlijk, wat is Portugees eigenlijk een mooie taal. Perfect voor zomeravond je, of studiesessie die wat romantiseren nodig heeft...
This album of Brazilian music might have been eye-opening to an international audience in 1964, but because the sound of bossa nova has been absorbed into not only American culture but also other cultures (such as with Japan's Shibuya-kei sound), its capacity to surprise and intrigue is somewhat diminished. The musicianship on this record is solid but everything on this album is played in such a low-key way that on the whole it's more pleasant than truly engaging. (The mix also drains away a potential source of energy by shoving the drummer all the way over to one side and turning his parts way down.) The moments where Getz' saxophone takes center stage are the high points because they inject some much-needed excitement into the songs.
Beautiful bossa nova record. Sun softly glittering off the sea in Rio - bar d'urca, sipping a caipirinha on a hot summer evening, laughter in the background.
Very good
Classy and classic
So smooth
Great tracks, perfect for simple listening, I was working on my laptop and toe tapping along. The classics on this album are really nice.
might bump it up. Bossa can get boring?...
nice jazz
Girl from Ipanema
Very nice background music. 7/10
Extraordinary pleasant. Made me feel very grounded and happy. No notes. Five stars despite Ruth's "elevator music" allegations.
Love this album. If only for The Girl from Impanena. But the rest is great too. One of my favorite jazz albums
Good album, but not great. Relaxing. 3*
Very very good! A consistently chill album of samba/jazz.
Got an evening barbeque event? This is the album for you. Cool as a fresh mojito, but interesting enough to avoid the Muzak accusation. The whole album is great, tho' "Ipanema" suffers slightly from over-familiarity.
Muy bonito y con excelente sonido, me he guardado "The girl from Ipanema" las dos versiones que vienen.
It’s just very pleasant.
Such a lovely album. It made me feel classy, like I was in The Thomas Crown Affair. 3.5⭐️
Makes me want to go hang out on the beach with a pina colada, but I'm stuck in the midwest. At least the sun was out today to give some atmosphere.
Always love hearing familiar songs on here. Bossa nova
Chill. Vibey. Pretty enjoyable.
It feels unfair to rate an album in a language I don't speak, as I imagine there's quite a bit I missed. But, based entirely on the sonic component, it was still very pleasant. Felt great to listen to early morning at my desk doing busy work, with the morning sun beaming through the city buildings on me while enjoying a cup of tea and some sweet biscuits. It was... a mood, very enjoyable, I would listen to this again happily.
Joyful summer dreamy weather, could listen to this all day with the sun above the garden.
Nice
3/5
10/10 Perfekt skrivemusikk. Får lyst å røyke sigg og drikke Grappa. Det e for lite softe blåseinstrument som smaske meg i øyregangane generelt i livet.
It's really pleasant to listen to. On the other hand, I completely missed when my streaming service moved on to somebody else. It's nice but it doesn't stick.
So good, lovely to ease up the end of the day
It was good
Elevator/lounge music but for a real classy joint
Classic. Is it elevatormusic or pure genius? It’s both, a jazz-pop masterpiece!
First response: nice. Warm and sensual, good Summer music. In the end perhaps a bit samey.
So much chill.
Classique de la bossa nova, t'entend les premiers notes, direct t'est transporté, t'est apaisé
Just don't like Jazz, man. 2 stars.
This reminded me of being at a 60s house party.
I always love the warm feeling jazz and bossa nova gives me. Although a good chunk of the album is in Portuguese I feel like I understand what is being said perfectly through the soft and intentional singing. I listened to The Girl From Ipanema and just knew that it had to be a hit; that I’ve heard it somewhere. The saxophone solos are beyond superb. I liked Kali Uchis’ version of Desafinado and it’s beautiful to hear it in its original language. Every element compliments the next perfectly. It feels like a rainy night: a perfect time to contemplate while watching droplets fall.
Kenn ich ganz wenig, aber Stan getz mag ich gerne. Gute summer vibes Hört sich alles sehr ähnlich an.
8/10
Не напряжно, но скучно
Album excelente
100/1089 - The Bossa compositions are good but I'm not a fan of the players. Both singers are super dry and lifeless to my ears. I never liked Stan Getz's "subtone-only" sax sound and playstyle either. That being said, I get why it's on the list and I enjoy playing these songs on piano every once in a while.
Cool 😎
5/10 This is supposedly the definitive bossa nova album and I’ve enjoyed the couple I’ve had already. But, like them, this doesn’t get me going properly. Well played, well sung, nice vibes. But this is background music not foreground music. Ultimately a little boring. Best: Garota de Ipanema
Silky smooth and sexy. Makes one thirst for a martini. Strengthens with every listen. Does have a certain samey-ness throughout
couldn't tell you where the first song ended or the second song began. felt like one long soothing song.
4/5 or 8/10 (I cant speak spanish)
sample in the wild! will listen again
I will for sure like this. Doralice is great. Joao Gliberto's voice is so warm and comforting. The sax is very warm and cool jazz too. I like all the pieces individually but when it's all together it sounds a little like the type of music that you might hear at a restaurant that has white table clothes. Some of the songs drone on for too long. I think thats why I like the first 3 Joao Gilberto records a little more than this.
Listens: 3 Standout tracks: The Girl From Ipanema Reminds me of Bitter:Sweet and Thievery Corporation, with a big emphasis brass instrument and R&B.
What an incredible album!
Chillout vibes
Smooth bossa nova, hard to hate this 4.5*
scratches that seaside melancholy itch
An undeniably cool album, especially with Stan Getz on sax and João Gilberto singing.
Przyjemne! Album zleciał szybciutko
A gorgeous little jazz album that sounds so relaxing and so pure and clean. The gentle vocals of the Gilbertos, the plucking guitars, the lyrical sax by Getz , everything puts you in a relaxing trance. The Girl From Ipanem is undeniably one of the best jazz songs of all time. But my favourite from the album was Para Machuchar Meu Coração. So poetic and beautiful. My only problem with this was that it's so easy on ears and so relaxing that as it reaches the last couple of songs, I'm already half asleep. But I don't think I can complain that it's not very stimulating, maybe Bossa Nova is like that. Maybe it's made for us to just relax.
Solid listen, and maybe the defining album of the style/genre. It's something that I think you have to be in the mood for, but when the mood strikes, you probably can't do better.
The first instance of Girl from Ipanema getting huge is a cool thing to see. Rest of the album is p solid overall, nothing smacking my gob but a pleasant listen I will come back to.
Incredible album. 10/10. I wanted to listen to this one again right after finishing it. Favorite songs: -O Grande Amor
Benign as it gets, but that's exactly why it's so revered and enjoyable. This is exactly how I love my jazz: calming and charming as fuck. None of that phallus waving, virtuosic, instrument jerking stuff. Just pure mind wandering with great musicianship, as it's displayed here. Its approach can be enjoyed by those who dislike the instrument jerking that jazz can sometime be, but can also be approved by those into more intricate stuff due to its simple nature and how much it conveys with just a few simple licks. Best track(s): Girl From Ipanema ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Voilà un album qui, sur le papier, coche toutes les cases du chef-d'œuvre intemporel. Un monument, un monolithe de la musique du XXe siècle, l'enregistrement qui a fait découvrir la bossa nova au monde entier, ou du moins qui l'a installée confortablement dans tous les salons cossus de la planète. "Getz/Gilberto", c'est le genre de disque que le projet "1001 Albums" te jette à la figure avec un air de défi, en mode "Alors, tu vas dire quoi, maintenant ? C'est un classique, incline-toi !". Et, pour être honnête, il faut bien s'incliner... Un peu. Respecter l'artisanat, la maîtrise, la perfection quasi clinique de la chose. On parle ici d'une collaboration entre des virtuoses. Stan Getz, avec son saxophone ténor qui sonne comme du velours liquide, capable de te faire croire que la vie n'est qu'une longue promenade sur une plage au crépuscule. João Gilberto, dont la voix est un murmure, un souffle chaud qui semble ne jamais forcer, accompagné de sa guitare qui tricote des arpèges d'une subtilité désarmante. Et puis, bien sûr, le maestro Antônio Carlos Jobim au piano, l'architecte derrière ces mélodies qui flottent dans l'air avec une élégance folle. Techniquement, c'est irréprochable, la production est d'une clarté absolue, chaque instrument respire, chaque note est à sa place. C'est le son de la sophistication, du bon goût, de l'apéritif qui s'éternise au bord de la piscine. C'est la quintessence du cool, mais d'un cool tellement policé, tellement propre sur lui, qu'il en devient presque aseptisé. Et c'est là que le bât blesse pour le type comme moi. Moi qui ai grandi en usant mes oreilles sur les larsens de Sonic Youth, la fureur froide de Joy Division et la brutalité industrielle de Godflesh, écouter "Getz/Gilberto", c'est comme demander à un punk de passer une soirée au Rotary Club. Je peux admirer la décoration, apprécier la qualité du champagne, mais au fond, je m'emmerde poliment. Où est la faille ? Où est la tension ? Où est la crasse ? Il n'y en a pas. Cet album est une surface lisse, parfaite, sans la moindre aspérité. C'est une musique qui ne dérange jamais, qui ne questionne jamais, qui ne crie jamais. Elle caresse... Et parfois, une caresse, c'est tout ce dont on a besoin. Mais quand on a été habitué aux coups de poing sonores, la caresse devient vite lénifiante. Je me souviens, à l'époque où je bossais au magasin de disques, dans les années 90. "Getz/Gilberto" était un classique du "fonds de catalogue". On le vendait, bien sûr, mais à qui ? Jamais au gamin avec un t-shirt de The Cure qui cherchait le dernier import de Pavement. Non, on le vendait au couple de quinquas qui organisait un dîner et qui voulait "un truc sympa, pas trop fort, pour mettre en fond". On le vendait au jeune cadre dynamique qui venait d'acheter une chaîne hi-fi à trois mille balles et qui voulait un disque pour "tester la pureté du son". C'est ça, "Getz/Gilberto", c'est une musique de décoration sonore de luxe, c'est de la musique de tapisserie. Et puis, il y a "The Girl from Ipanema", le paquebot qui tire tout le reste de l'album. La chanson qui a dû financer la construction de la moitié des villas de la Côte d'Azur. On l'a entendue partout, dans les ascenseurs, les salles d'attente, les publicités pour du café, les reportages sur le Brésil... C'est la bande-son officielle de l'exotisme de salon. La voix d'Astrud Gilberto, fragile, presque hésitante, a un charme indéniable, c'est vrai. Mais à force de l'entendre, la plage d'Ipanema ressemble plus à un hall de centre commercial un samedi après-midi qu'à un paradis tropical. Alors, pourquoi un 3 sur 5 et pas un 1 ou un 2 ? Parce qu'il faut être juste, pour ce qu'il est, cet album est une réussite totale. Il a atteint son objectif avec une précision chirurgicale : créer une bulle de perfection sonore, un instant de grâce suspendu. C'est un album qui a une importance historique colossale, il a défini un genre et influencé des générations de musiciens. Le nier serait de la mauvaise foi pure et simple. Je peux donc reconnaître et saluer le génie de la composition, l'élégance de l'interprétation. Je peux comprendre pourquoi des millions de gens ont succombé à ce charme suave. C'est un album pour les moments calmes, pour les amours naissantes, pour les fins de soirée quand la fatigue l'emporte sur l'envie de refaire le monde. Mais pour moi, il manque l'essentiel, il manque ce qui fait que la musique n'est pas juste "jolie". Il manque le danger, la dissonance, la folie, la sueur, la rage. Il manque la vie, la vraie, celle qui n'est pas toujours douce et ensoleillée. Il manque ce sentiment d'urgence qui te fait dire "putain, ce disque vient de changer quelque chose en moi". "Getz/Gilberto" ne change rien, il met en pause. C'est une sieste musicale, une très, très belle sieste, certes. Probablement la sieste la mieux notée de l'histoire de la musique, mais ça reste une sieste. Et après une bonne sieste, j'ai généralement envie de mettre un truc qui tabasse pour bien me réveiller. Un 3 sur 5, pour le respect de l'art, mais ne comptez pas sur moi pour l'écouter en boucle.
Nog een klassieker, hoef 'm niet eens op te zetten om tot een vijfsterrenbeoordeling te komen.
Finally a very good Bossa Nova album. Still waiting on Jobim solo album…
sick bossa nova but in lower case. I have never felt so cool and calm while listening to music before.
The most bossa nova to ever bossa nova. It has all the BN Bangers! A little too low key at times but overall it was a fun listen. Great background music which is sometimes just what the doctor ordered
great vibes!
Coastal weekend vibes.
I like this artist combo and this style of laid back, bossa nova style music, but prefer Gilberto by himself. Also a big fan of Gilberto’s daughter Bebel — her self-titled album from 2003 is quite good. Bonus for having the track Corcovado, which is covered by Everything But the Girl on their Walking Wounded album I keep raving about.
39 minutes my ears will never get back
one of the greatest albums of all time. probably top five albums to cook to of all time.
I love jazz and I like Stan Getz but pleasant as it was it was all a bit too beige for me. Background music, nothing to make you sit up and think; wow this is something special.
I can really see smoking cigarettes and trying to make it with a Sarah Lawrence girl circa 1960 in this record.
Nice
Enjoyably mellow.
Great Sunday morning coffee album on a Summer day. Oddly the second Getz record I have gotten in a row but I'm not mad about it.
Delicious and atmospheric. Perfect for cooking dinner or having on in the background (perhaps not the forefront). The sax and vocals whisper comfort. Just feels very authentic. Super chill.
I wouldn't say I was in love with this record or anything, however it was a very nice & relaxing listen, & I definitely do see how a lot of people would consider this amazing, it's got extremely soothing & majestic vocals & instrumentation, although to me a lot of the songs kind of blend in with each other, hence why there aren't many highlights, it's more of a whole experience than anything, still very soothing & relaxing album, not for me entirely, but I still enjoyed it.
So repetitive
This album was absolutely fantastic. I have never listened to bossa nova and it is way outside my usual listening but I cant believe how enchanted I was. I listened to it three times. Magnificent.
Testing testing 123 - liesl Is this thing working?? How does it work - Tim
Stan Getz it.
SAXon! It's going to be very hard for me to not just say "A Classic" every day in these reviews. As a child I dreamed of going to Ipanema because of this song and this year I got to go! Getz, Gilberto, GOTTEM! A Classic. - Liesl
Perfection. Gonna be hard to top!
Influential and iconic, but I’ve heard it before! Zero!
Hmmm pretty good I like that it opens with the girl from ipanema pretty famous song. I feel like I am floating around around in a pool like a turtle on it's back floating in a pool this is how this album makes me feel. I think the only other song from this album I'm familiar with is Desafindado. TRACK RANKING: So Danco Samba > Girl from Ipanema > Vivo Sonhando > Doralice > Desafinado > O Grande Amor > Para Machuchar Mu Coracao > Corcovado Big downside is maybe every song on this album sounds the same?? I think that may just be how bossa nova works. It's fine. Not gonna rate it very high because I don't think I ever need to listen to it again.
Look, this is a classic for a reason. It’s so good. So smooth. So pleasing and easy and lovely. I want to drown in this music.
Perus jazz lätinää lyhyesti
Great music to relax to