The Now Sound of Brazil

Product Description
A selection of cool & refreshing music from Ziriguiboom, internationally acclaimed as the leading source for great modern Brazilian music, from electronic to bossa to samba soul. Featuring Bebel Gilberto, Suba, Zuco 103, Trio Mocotó & Bossacucanova, as well as exclusive remixes and songs from upcoming albums by Ziriguiboom’s newest recruits, Celso Fonseca and Cibelle.

"Ziriguiboom has created its own niche, specializing in Brazilian music of the dance and electronic kind, as well as roots oriented world music… [They] have successfully blurred the borders of Latin, dance/electronic, jazz and world music."–Billboard Magazine

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Average customer rating:

Only recommended for a newbie

Brazilian Appetizer

Brazil in "new" music

Strong compilation, especially for newbies to world music

With Six Degrees, there is NO separation!!

The Now Sound of Brazil
Suba , Bebel Gilberto , and Zuco 103
Manufacturer: Six Degrees
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00007JGR5
Release Date: 2003-01-21

Tracks:

Suba Tantos Desejos (Nicola Conte remix)
Bossacucanova feat. Carlos Lyra Influia do Jazz
Bebel Gilberto Tanto Tempo (Peter Kruder remix)
Zuco 103 Outro Lado (Charles Webster remix)
Suba Segredo
Bossacucanova & Roberto Menescal Guanabara
Cibelle Dia de Yemanj
Celso Fonseca Bom Sinal
Bebel Gilberto Sem Conten
Erlon Chaves Cosa Nostra (Raw Deal remix)
Zuco 103 Treasure (Boris Dlugosch + Michi Lange Hitechsoul Reprise)
Trio MocotOs Orix

Album Description

A selection of cool & refreshing music from Ziriguiboom, internationally acclaimed as the leading source for great modern Brazilian music, from electronic to bossa to samba soul. Featuring Bebel Gilberto, Suba, Zuco 103, Trio Mocotó & Bossacucanova, as well as exclusive remixes and songs from upcoming albums by Ziriguiboom's newest recruits, Celso Fonseca and Cibelle.

Customer Reviews:

Only recommended for a newbie.......2005-12-25

I have listened to this and the earlier Brazil 2 Mil comp, and many others of similar ambition. Also, I have listened to the artists within and many of their contemporaries from other, longer, albums. And while this album is alright, it's not great. For one, it's a bit uneven as it's a comp. That's alright, but what isn't is that they market it as this representative selection of "new" Brazilian music - it's not. It's downtempo lounge electronica ala Thievery Corporation or some euro thing, but with a Brazilian flair. If someone said Thievery Corporation was a sample of cutting edge electronic music I would have to laugh in their face - while it may be decent music and a pleasant listen in the right situation, it is nowhere near the "edge" of anything.

There is soooo much better Brazilian music out there, don't be limited by this comp, or turned off by it if you are looking for something more experimental. There are dozens of older groups that have branched out further than these new club-lite electronica flavors-of-the-month, such as Fernanda Porto or Marisa Monte, and some new experimental ones like Hapax or Chelpa Ferro. The list of really great, world-dominating Brazilian musical artists is huge, which is one reason this comp, while not awful in itself, just kinda pisses me off a little ;) If you want to check out Brazilian music, research it a bit and find the great ones, don't settle for euro-lounge sound-alike music.

Brazilian Appetizer.......2004-09-26

Well, this CD is much better than most of the other contemporary Brazilian compelations out there. It hits the highlights, and does it well. Sure, it's a no-brainer to stick Suba or Bebel on a Brazil disc; but that's all right. It openes the ears for those not in the know, and that's the whole point of a compliation CD, right? Enjoy it for what it is, and use it to move on to some really great CDs.

Brazil in "new" music.......2003-11-28

This CD it's the new "vouge" of Brazilian Music, but in a very conservative way.
The "melodia" it's always a remember of the "brazilian tradition".
The arists are of the top level like :Suba, Bossacucanova, Carlos Lyra, Bebel Gilberto, Zuco 103, Roberto Menescal, Cibelle, Celso Fonseca, Erlon Chaves, Trio Mocotò.
The final result it's a louge brazilian music with happines and "tristessa".
The beautiful voices are the strong point but also where there is an instrumental song like : Cosa Nostra (Raw Deal Remix), the result it's very nice.
Note that there is a "Tanto Tempo" in version Remix of Peter Kruder.
Less that one hour (57 minuts) of good "now" brazilian music.
A must if you like this "great" country.

Strong compilation, especially for newbies to world music.......2003-04-27

If you're looking for a possible introduction into some world music, you could do a LOT owrse than this almost great collection of Brazillian tracks. The stuff is modern and jazzy, with plenty of its roots intact. It's a trip through modern Latin grooves and you'll like more of it than you won't, even if you aren't into world music. Listening to Nicola Conte remix Suba is almost worth the price of the CD, and the Kruder remix of Gilberto's "Tanto Tempo" makes it a must-have for lounge/world heads, not counting the other few legitimate gems within.

Mostly for existing fans of world-flavored music, but not a bad introduction (though there are more accessible records out there).

With Six Degrees, there is NO separation!!.......2003-03-13

If you scan the Billboard Top 200 album charts nowadays, you'll find enough quality releases to fit on one hand (in a good week). In this dismal state of popular music, Six Degrees Records has arrived to show us the way. Thanks to Amazon[.com] reviewers, I was led to Bebel Gilberto, Suba, and others in the Six Degrees family. Sadly, this amazing hybrid of Latin music and electronic sounds is nowhere to be found on said charts (maybe the world music section). That said, this collection is a great place to start for those looking to make the plunge to great sounds. For those already familiar with these artists, you get new remixes (the Suba one is especially excellent) plus songs from Cibelle and Celso Fonseca that hadn't been previously released. At this great price, click right here if you're sick of the state of popular music and want a way out of the madness!!

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The Exclusives Make This Purchase Worthwhile!!
Solid Compilation of what Ziriguiboom's been up to
Very nice surprise

The Now Sound of Brazil, Vol. 2
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Six Degrees
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000BYAC62
Release Date: 2006-01-17

Tracks:

Simplesmente (Tom Middleton Balearic Remix) - Bebel Gilberto
Samba Da Minha Terra - Bossacucanova
Inexplicata - Apollo Nove
Esplendor - Cibelle
Por Acaso Pela Tarde - Celso Fonseca
Trancelim De Marfim - DJ Dolores
Eu Nasci No Brasil (Primal View Remix) - Zuco 103
Cada Beijo (Thievery Corporation Remix) - Bebel Gilberto
Love Is Queen Omega - Zuco 103
86 - Apollo Nove
Meu Amor - Cibelle
Essa Moca Ta Differente - Bossacucanova
Atlantico (Da Lata Remix) - Celso Fonseca
Trancelim De Marfim (Apollo 9 Remix) - DJ Dolores

Amazon.com

One of the best chroniclers of modern Brazilian music, the hip Ziriguiboom label has discovered such diverse and talented artists as Bebel Gilberto, Zuco 103 and Apollo Nove, providing a stamp of quality on every album it issues. Here it partners once again with the like-minded American label Six Degrees, who issues The Now Sounds Of Brazil 2 domestically as part of its Travel Series. Featuring seven of the label's artists doing two songs apiece, this collection presents new versions of Brazil's laid-back and sexy bossa nova while updating it either by adding modern electro sounds to the tradition (DJ Dolores, Bossacucanova) or creating great new bossa nova songs (Celso Fonseca, Cibelle) that hold up well next to the acoustic classics. Ten of the 14 songs are previously released, but this is nonetheless a great introduction to today's Brazilian music at its best. And folks in the know will certainly dig the exclusive new tracks. --Tad Hendrickson

Album Description

"The Now Sound Of Brazil 2" is the latest collection of cool and innovative music from Six Degrees/Ziriguiboom. Acclaimed around the world as the leading source for modern Brazilian music, from electronic to bossa nova to samba soul, Ziriguiboom is dedicated to presenting original aspects of Brazilian music to an international audience. While many labels and artists have jumped on the "modern Brazilian" bandwagon, in the wake of Bebel Gilberto's success, Ziriguiboom remains one step ahead of the pack. "The Now Sound Of Brazil 2" showcases the imprint's dedication to innovation and quality with material by Bebel Gilberto, Zuco 103, Cibelle and Bossacucanova, plus new exlusive tracks and remixes of Celso Fonseca, Zuco 103 and DJ Dolores.

Customer Reviews:

The Exclusives Make This Purchase Worthwhile!!.......2006-08-07

I first came to the genius that is Six Degrees Records when I heard "The Now Sound of Brazil" in late 2002. That recording opened my ears to a whole new world of great modern music, which I have been satisfying ever since. Now comes the sequel to the original five star effort, and it's certainly a worthy follow up. You have excellent remixes from Bebel Gilberto (which is superior to the original song) and Zuco 103, but the song that pushes this over the top is the one that closes the disc, the Apollo 9 remix of "Trancelim de marfim." Since the original track also appears in the disc (and is also excellent), it's nice to be able to compare the two tracks. The remix opens with the sound of plates and silverware clinking, then leads into an amazing string arrangement. Both songs are excellent in their own right, but the right has me pushing the repeat button, and fully justifies this purchase!

Solid Compilation of what Ziriguiboom's been up to.......2006-03-31

Ziriguiboom's a label out of Europe that specializes in new Brazilian music. They're a pretty stark contrast to the likes of a Far Out records, which has served as a wonderful springboard of terrific established artists. Ziriguiboom/Crammed have focused their attention on some of the younger and in some cases, more experimental acts. Some of the artists on their label include (and included) Suba, Zuco 103, Bebel Gilberto, Trio Mocoto, DJ Dolores and the list goes on. This is volume two of their "Now Sound of Brazil" series. But don't be fooled - Ziriguiboom had a sampler out in 1999 too titled "Brasil 2Mil", which to me was their best and most effective and in some ways, would render this one volume 3 instead.

Still, volume 2 is pretty good. The sampler does a terrific job of giving you an idea of what to expect from the new artists on the label and what some of the other artists have been up to. It opens up with a cut straight from Bebel Gilberto's remix album before diving into a spirited track on Bossacucanova's latest (released in 2004). It's still a good track to me, collaborating with Zuco 103, which shows how much the group's matured. You then have Apollo Nove's "Inexplicata" before Cibelle's "esplendor". I dug cibelle's track - nice acoustic sound. Other good tracks on here were both of Celso Fonseca's tunes - one given a rare remix by Da Lata, Apollo Nove's "86" stuck out, and I liked DJ Dolore's "Trancelim de Marfim" too. Funny but Cibelle's gone in a different direction in some ways; maybe I have to give it more time but "Meu Amor" was pretty darn abstract to even me... I don't know if I'd label this album chillout though since some of the songs are a bit more intense and again, abstract. But you do have some relaxing melodies with Celso Fonseca and Cibelle's first cut on this.

I liked this compilation. it gives you an idea of what some of the artists are up to. But it wasn't without fault - that is to say, I wasn't a fan of all of the tunes here or that were used. In fact, many of the songs weren't the best out of the projects the artists have recently undergone IMO, which doesn't do them any real favors when it comes to building expectations. Still, it's a good sign that Ziriguiboom is still in the business of breaking down boundaries and putting out some interesting music and exciting musicians. If you like this, be on the lookout for some of these artists feature releases. A shame... I hear Bebel Gilberto's coming out with a new album for late 2006/2007, but no teasers are on this one.

This is the USA release, distributed by Six Degrees Recrods. So it will be cheaper than the imported version (you can thank Six Degrees!)

Very nice surprise.......2006-03-10

If you are a fan of chillout you will find this a nice surprise. It has some of the classic Brazil chillout sounds. Some are downtempo and some a little up with a couple having an nice atmospheric sound to them. I would definitely recommend this to someone if they want chillout or just want to hear something different to cook/dance/massage/yoga/listen to.

Ziriguiboom: The Now Sound of Brazil, Vol. 2

Average customer rating:

Solid Compilation of What Ziriguiboom's been up to
Excellent.

Ziriguiboom: The Now Sound of Brazil, Vol. 2
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Ziriguiboom
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000AOET8A
Release Date: 2005-10-11

Tracks:

Simplesmente [Tom Middleton Balearic Remix] - Bebel Gilberto
Samba da Minha Terra - Bossacucanova, Zuco 103
Inexplicata - Apollo Nove
Esplendor - Cibelle
Por Acaso Pela Tarde - Celso Fonseca
Trancelim de Marfim - DJ Dolores,
Eu Nasci No Brasil [Primal View Remix] - Zuco 103
Cada Beijo [Thievery Corporation Remix] - Bebel Gilberto
Love Is Queen Omega - Lee "Scratch" Perry, Zuco 103
86 - Apollo Nove
Meu Amor - Cibelle
Essa MoTiferente - Bossacucanova, Wilson Simoninha
Atlico [Da Lata Remix] - Celso Fonseca
Trancelim de Marfim [Apollo 9 Remix] - DJ Dolores

Customer Reviews:

Solid Compilation of What Ziriguiboom's been up to.......2006-03-31

Ziriguiboom's a label out of Europe that specializes in new Brazilian music. They're a pretty stark contrast to the likes of a Far Out records, which has served as a wonderful springboard of terrific established artists. Ziriguiboom/Crammed have focused their attention on some of the younger and in some cases, more experimental acts. Some of the artists on their label include (and included) Suba, Zuco 103, Bebel Gilberto, Trio Mocoto, DJ Dolores and the list goes on. This is volume two of their "Now Sound of Brazil" series. But don't be fooled - Ziriguiboom had a sampler out in 1999 too titled "Brasil 2Mil", which to me was their best and most effective and in some ways, would render this one volume 3 instead.

Still, volume 2 is pretty good. The sampler does a terrific job of giving you an idea of what to expect from the new artists on the label and what some of the other artists have been up to. It opens up with a cut straight from Bebel Gilberto's remix album before diving into a spirited track on Bossacucanova's latest (released in 2004). It's still a good track to me, collaborating with Zuco 103, which shows how much the group's matured. You then have Apollo Nove's "Inexplicata" before Cibelle's "esplendor". I dug cibelle's track - nice acoustic sound. Other good tracks on here were both of Celso Fonseca's tunes - one given a rare remix by Da Lata, Apollo Nove's "86" stuck out, and I liked DJ Dolore's "Trancelim de Marfim" too. Funny but Cibelle's gone in a different direction in some ways; maybe I have to give it more time but "Meu Amor" was pretty darn abstract to even me...

I liked this compilation. it gives you an idea of what some of the artists are up to. But it wasn't without fault - that is to say, I wasn't a fan of all of the tunes here or that were used. In fact, many of the songs weren't the best out of the projects the artists have recently undergone IMO, which doesn't do them any real favors when it comes to building expectations. Still, it's a good sign that Ziriguiboom is still in the business of breaking down boundaries and putting out some interesting music and exciting musicians. If you like this, be on the lookout for some of these artists feature releases. A shame... I hear Bebel Gilberto's coming out with a new album for late 2006/2007, but no teasers are on this one.

Excellent........2006-01-19

Good rhythm in all the songs, very much "Brazil". Very soothing soundtrack to listen to, I would no doubt listen to this while relaxing in the sun on a beach or in my back yard. This is full of soft, sometimes jazzy, singing and acoustic guitar. Quite the Brazilian sound to it with a hint of techno in some songs. Every song was enjoyable.

Average customer rating:

Solid Compilation of what Ziribuiboom's been up to

Now Sound of Brazil

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Album Description

Japanese pressing features Bebel Gilberto, Zuco 103, Celso and more. Columbia. 2005.

Customer Reviews:

Solid Compilation of what Ziribuiboom's been up to.......2006-03-31

Ziriguiboom's a label out of Europe that specializes in new Brazilian music. They're a pretty stark contrast to the likes of a Far Out records, which has served as a wonderful springboard of terrific established artists. Ziriguiboom/Crammed have focused their attention on some of the younger and in some cases, more experimental acts. Some of the artists on their label include (and included) Suba, Zuco 103, Bebel Gilberto, Trio Mocoto, DJ Dolores and the list goes on. This is volume two of their "Now Sound of Brazil" series. But don't be fooled - Ziriguiboom had a sampler out in 1999 too titled "Brasil 2Mil", which to me was their best and most effective and in some ways, would render this one volume 3 instead.

Still, volume 2 is pretty good. The sampler does a terrific job of giving you an idea of what to expect from the new artists on the label and what some of the other artists have been up to. It opens up with a cut straight from Bebel Gilberto's remix album before diving into a spirited track on Bossacucanova's latest (released in 2004). It's still a good track to me, collaborating with Zuco 103, which shows how much the group's matured. You then have Apollo Nove's "Inexplicata" before Cibelle's "esplendor". I dug cibelle's track - nice acoustic sound. Other good tracks on here were both of Celso Fonseca's tunes - one given a rare remix by Da Lata, Apollo Nove's "86" stuck out, and I liked DJ Dolore's "Trancelim de Marfim" too. Funny but Cibelle's gone in a different direction in some ways; maybe I have to give it more time but "Meu Amor" was pretty darn abstract to even me...

I liked this compilation. it gives you an idea of what some of the artists are up to. But it wasn't without fault - that is to say, I wasn't a fan of all of the tunes here or that were used. In fact, many of the songs weren't the best out of the projects the artists have recently undergone IMO, which doesn't do them any real favors when it comes to building expectations. Still, it's a good sign that Ziriguiboom is still in the business of breaking down boundaries and putting out some interesting music and exciting musicians. If you like this, be on the lookout for some of these artists feature releases. A shame... I hear Bebel Gilberto's coming out with a new album for late 2006/2007, but no teasers are on this one.

This is the import version - not the USA release from Six Degrees Records. They are the same, only the import is more expensive.