Liana Flores’ New EP Is More Focused and Self-Assured
And So It Goes blends Liana Flores’ Brazilian roots with high-quality songs and outstanding vocals, wrapped in a modern jazz-pop style.
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MOMO.’s ‘Tum Tum Tum’ Is an Invitation Into Unhurried Reflection
Across 25 minutes, MOMO.’s Tum Tum Tum weaves a dream of sun-splashed Brazilian warmth through samba, sultry trombone, and threads of Tropicália.
Brazil’s Maria Luiza Jobim Opens New Doors with ‘Rosa No Céu’
Like a mojito laced with absinthe, the sweet mixture packs a kick, reflecting the understated sophistication of Maria Luiza Jobim’s latest album.
Natalia Lafourcade Is Brilliant at Carnegie Hall
Listeners should love this chance to luxuriate in Natalia Lafourcade’s beloved songs and spend an intimate evening with this gracious spirit.
Carminho Expresses Her Passion for Life Through Song
For Portuguese singer Carminho, fado is more than a genre of music; it’s a language through which she expresses her spiritual growth.
Claude Fontaine Wafts in Tropical Dreamscapes on ‘La Mer’
From the first notes of her sophomore album La Mer, it’s clear that singer-songwriter Claude Fontaine is a chanteuse, and it’s not a role she takes lightly.
Luísa Sonza on Her Brazilian Songbook-Inspired ‘Escândalo Íntimo’
Luísa Sonza talks about her Brazilian songbook-inspired and bossa nova-centered Escândalo Íntimo, a soundtrack to the movies in her mind.
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The 20 Best Brazilian Pop Albums of 2023
The Brazilian music industry is creating a pop scene that competes with the world’s biggest names. Get ready to enjoy the 20 best Brazilian pop albums of 2023.
The Legacy of Caetano Veloso’s Masterpiece ‘Transa’
Brazilian singer Caetano Veloso’s most celebrated work, Transa, still resonates with audiences young and old 50 years later.
Carminho Brings the Soul of Portugal to the World
Carminho’s second album Portuguesa sees the Portuguese singer nominated for a Latin Grammy, making her film debut, and performing for the Pope.
Natalia Lafourcade Finds the Heart in Darkness
Mexican pop-rock and folk singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade releases her first album of original songs in seven years and tells PopMatters all about it.
Rodrigo Amarante on the Joys of Interpretation in Latin Music
Award-winning Brazilian musician Rodrigo Amarante talks with PopMatters about diversifying Latin sounds and ringing the political alarm in Brazil.