Garota Moderna

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The irresistible combination of smoky bossa nova textures and velvety electronic beats has already been successfully mined by Brazilian divas such as Bebel Gilberto and Cibelle. But in the hands of Italian DJ Nicola Conte, the electro-bossa recipe continues to surprise with its wide-eyed innocence, lounge undertones and instantly hummable melodies. Conte has an ear for the melancholy feeling of pop culture nostalgia associated with the 1960s-- the Antonio Carlos Jobim records, the Michel Legrand soundtracks, the Stan Getz sessions. De Souza's sweet vocals and tender delivery are ideal for the task of resurrecting venerable samba nuggets such as Baden Powell's and Vinicius de Moraes' exuberant "Canto De Ossanha" and Caetano Veloso's wistful "Saudosismo." Equally intriguing are the handful of original tunes by Conte and De Souza--a seamless recreation of the summery vibe and enviable lightness of touch that lies at the essence of the bossa aesthetic. --Ernesto Lechner

Tracks:

Maria Moita
Bossa 31
Adianna
Tempo Futuro
Saudosismo
Canto Mal Com Deus
Mais
As Gotas
Mar Azul
Ipanema
Zona Sul
Samba Novo

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The irresistible combination of smoky bossa nova textures and velvety electronic beats has already been successfully mined by Brazilian divas such as Bebel Gilberto and Cibelle. But in the hands of Italian DJ Nicola Conte, the electro-bossa recipe continues to surprise with its wide-eyed innocence, lounge undertones and instantly hummable melodies. Conte has an ear for the melancholy feeling of pop culture nostalgia associated with the 1960s-- the Antonio Carlos Jobim records, the Michel Legrand soundtracks, the Stan Getz sessions. De Souza's sweet vocals and tender delivery are ideal for the task of resurrecting venerable samba nuggets such as Baden Powell's and Vinicius de Moraes' exuberant "Canto De Ossanha" and Caetano Veloso's wistful "Saudosismo." Equally intriguing are the handful of original tunes by Conte and De Souza--a seamless recreation of the summery vibe and enviable lightness of touch that lies at the essence of the bossa aesthetic. --Ernesto Lechner

Customer Reviews:

Nicola Conte Apresenta..........2007-05-19

I first heard Rosalia de Souza on one of the Erotic Lounge compilations, so I decided to buy both this cd and "Brasil Precisa Balançar", her second release. I really enjoyed every track on this cd, the combination of Rosalia's voice with Nicola's production really makes for an impressive release. This truely is a great cd, buy it , you wont regret it.

Great album!! I love you Rosalia!.......2006-02-03

I never know what kind of reaction I'll have when listening to an album. Most of the time, I expect that the album will suck. (Yes, I am that pessimistic.) Anyway, around the time I picked up Rosalia's album, I had just finished Nicola Conte's "Bossa Per Due" at the time. I was disappointed with that album, so I wasn't really sure that I would dig Rosalia's album when I learned that Conte was behind the project.

I was wrong. This album is fantastic. Rosalia's voice is sweet, charming, quirky, and lady-like. "Maira Moita," is one of my favorite songs off the album. Rosalia's a wonderful performer. And, I have to give kudos to Nicola Conte for the stellar arrangements on this album. He also brought new life to the Powell classic "Canto De Ossanha" and Veloso's "Saudosismo."

On a side note - I've heard three versions of "Canto De Ossanha" performed recently by three modern albums - Daude (who does a great catchy reinterpretation r&b/pop version of the song) and Paula Morelenbaum (whose album I adore - but fails at her interpretation because it sounds cartoonish) and Rosalia's whose version is closest to original version. Her interpretation is classic, beautiful, and wonderful.

I adore Rosalia, who is definitely among the top of the modern day Brazilian divas! I highly recommend this album.

Get this CD!.......2005-09-29

My fantasy- Nigella is cooking me lunch, I'm opening the Pinot Grigio and Rosalia de Souza, Garota Moderna is playing in the background and we're barefoot.
This album is great!

Chilling - Brazilian Style.......2005-09-07

This is such a great album for relaxing, or having dinner w/ friends. I also recommend Bebel Gilberto, Tanto Tempo. These two albums make a great pair.

flawless.......2004-10-29

this album is flawless!! absolutely beautiful!! if you like bossa nova but are looking for something modern this is it!! i especially love the song mais. even if you don't understand portuguese it will not stop you from appreciating this album.

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Garota Moderna
Rosalia De Souza
Manufacturer: Schema (sem)
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B0002B9PYO
Release Date: 2003-01-24

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Garota Moderna
Rosalia de Souza
Manufacturer: Pony Canyon
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2004-05-19

Tracks:

Maria Moita
Bossa 31
Adriana
Tempo Futuro
Saudosismo
Canto de Ossanha
Fica Mal Com Deus
Mais
As Gotas
Mar Azul
Ipanema
Zona Sul
Samba Novo

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6 Stars
Melodic heaven - jazz/bossa nova masterpiece
Beautiful Voice, Wonderful Instrumentation by...

Garota Moderna
Rosalia De Souza
Manufacturer: Schema Italia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006SKTY
Release Date: 2003-02-04

Album Details

Born in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Rosalia De Souza Immigrated to Italy in the Late 1980's to Study Abroad. After Lending her Vocal Talents to Various Italian Jazz Session Recordings, She Encountered a Chance Meeting in 1994 with the Now Infamous Producer and Musician, Nicola Conte. Completely Arranged, Written, and Produced by Nicola, it was a Pet Project Based Loosely on his 'jet Sounds' Release. Keeping her Style in the 1960's Classic Bossa Fashion of Brazil, She Adds Lush, Atmospheric Vocals to Tracks Ranging from Jazzy and Mellow, to Lounge Club Floor Fillers.

Customer Reviews:

6 Stars.......2005-04-19

This CD is Fabulous. I copy all my CD's to my computer and listen to them from there, so I can delete the ones I don't like and just listen to the good stuff. Well, I kept 11 tracks which by any standards is a masterpiece. This CD has my highest recommendations. This version has 13 tracks, the additional track "Canto de Ossanha" is first rate. I deleted Mais and Samba Novo.

Melodic heaven - jazz/bossa nova masterpiece.......2003-03-30

It is a shame that Nicola Conte is still so little well known. I was utterly amazed, as I leaned against the counter where he was so unassumingly and smoothly spinning his favorite jazz, bossa Italia, latin, and brazilian records in Zürich's "X-tra" last fall. Jet Sounds was definite ear-candy to those looking for a rehashed retro-lounge, 60's James Bond, Bossa Italia sound. However, together with Rosalia de Souza, he has produced here a collection of beautiful bossa nova and jazz tracks. Not as immediately catchy as Jet Sounds, but far more melodic. You will hear haunting Brazilian samba mastery by Vinicius De Moraes, Baden Powell, Caetano Veloso and Roberto Menescal. But you may perhaps be even more amazed and surprised by Nicola's and Rosalia's own compositions. If you don't know how to Samba, that's okay, you will have figured it out after listening to this record a few times! Inspiring and enlivening, I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Nicole Conte remains the epitomy of cool.

Beautiful Voice, Wonderful Instrumentation by..........2002-12-31

Nicola Conte. The real name of this cd is "Nicola Conte Apresenta Rosalia De Souza: Garota Moderna". This is perhaps the closest thing to a new release from Nicola Conte besides the numerous remixes that he's done and the Jet Sounds Revisited CD.

For a bit of background, this cd was released on Schema label, which is home to Gerardo Frisina, Nicola Conte, Fragmentorchestra, S-Tone Inc., Soulstance and the Break and Bossa franchinse and countless other dj's and producers in Italy. From that alone, you can get sort of the style of this cd. It is very jazzy, but the singer, Rosalia De Souza, has worked with other Schema artists as well. Namely, Les Hommes and Quintetto X, ranging in everything from a sort of trippy feel to jazziness.

I had to get my copy of this from abroad, but let me say that it was well worth it. I first really found out Brazilian voice behind many songs thanks to the Break & Bossa vol 5 double disc set (also on Schema label). When that compilation came out, the tracks which featured her were sort of dj prototypes. But both tracks are actually included in this release - almost identical to the ones on Break & Bossa.

The style of the cd is the Bossa you would expect from Schema label artists and Conte. Up-beat and catchy, sounds of the 60's and 70's with imposing touches of modern flair. This is definitely something you would hear in a happening lounge where you can hear the person beside you yet wonder what is playing overhead.

Remakes of old Brazilian classics are included, from the first track: Maria Moita on down to Canto De Ossanha and Adriana, Saudisismo - a Caetano Veloso track, and Ipanema. Rosalia De Souza's voice is amazing - very soft and delicate. Then comes some of the other works which both Souza and Conte worked on, like Bossa 31, Mais and As Gotas, a track that seems tailor made to their style together.

I definitely recommend this CD. I'd been waiting for the next Conte CD for quite some time. While this is very different from the style of Jet Sounds, it is still a refreshing cd and perfect addition to the collection - they do go hand in hand. Downside to this? Well, Zona Sul, the second to last track on this cd is actually the same as "Zig-Zag" on Break N Bossa, only it is without the lyrics - Rosalia's voice is used as an instrument. It is nice, but you get kind of used to her voice.

PICK THIS UP! Jazzy, and a terrific work.

Garota Moderna
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Garota Moderna
Rosalia De Souza
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B00009ZY0B