Discography
“Terra Boa” by Jonny Wickham
“Forceful improvisational freedom” ★★★★ - Jazzwise
A self-professed love letter to to the sprawling rhythmic traditions of Brazil. A record handled with deep musical sensitivity and knowledge, it embraces tradition & lineage whilst forging its own unique path through the lens of contemporary jazz and improvised music.
“First Light” by Alvorada
“A fresh, innovative album” ★★★★★ - Songlines Magazine
Alvorada are the UK's leading performers of choro, a rich and uplifting style of music from Brazil. Their debut album, First Light, contains original compositions alongside intricate arrangements of choro classics old and modern, revisiting the genre from the perspective of their London home. The album explores influences from across Brazil, from the irresistible swing of samba in the Southeast to infectious baião in the Northeast.
“Samba Azul” by Samba Azul
“Tasteful, detailed arrangements” ★★★★★ - Songlines Magazine
Samba Azul are a rhythm-centric, Brazilian-inspired jazz outfit led by drummer Adam Osmianski, who bring the spirit of Brazil to the heart of London. The band highlights many of the rich musical landscapes found throughout Brazil; such as Samba, Forró, Candomble, Tropicália, and MPB.
“+10” by Rhythms of the City
London's baddest bateria is back after 10 years, with more carnival style mayhem featuring multiple guests from Brazil, Cuba and elsewhere. Singers, drums, guitars, keyboards and horns getting hot 'n' heavy as ever, in both expected and unexpected ways. Afrobeat, R&B, côco, funk, salsa and samba all presented with daring arrangements.
“Radio Comfort” by Reverso
“Exciting brass laden sound” - Rhythm Passport
'Radio Comfort' is the awaited and acclaimed result of the evolution and establishment of ska mestizo: the live sound of Reverso. This album steps up from their previous work and encapsulates the fresh and strong identity of the 7-piece band which dominates London's latin-ska scene.
“Caravela” by Caravela
Caravela shine a light on traditional rhythms and styles and reimagine them with a jazz attitude of improvisation. Blending influences like Baden Powell, Mayra Andrade and Lionel Loueke, Caravela’s exploration of Afro-Brazilian music on their debut EP is not to be missed.
“One Specific Thing” by Sugarcane
Sugarcane’s Caribbean indie conjures up the Rio beachfront but never leaves the Birmingham winter. Their debut EP contains four assured and alluring pop songs, which mix warm tones with chilly sentiments.