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In the late 1950s, a group of young musicians in Rio’s middle-class neighborhoods like Ipanema fused Samba with the harmonies of American jazz to create (literally "New Wave"). It is characterized by its sophisticated, understated vocals and syncopated guitar fingerpicking.

The greatest vocal performance in Brazilian history. Elis sings this Tom Jobim lyric with the energy of a waterfall. It is a duet with Jobim that sounds like a conversation between thunder and rain. Best Brazilian music MPB- Bossa Nova- Samba. 18...

This feature can be structured as a chronological or thematic journey through the three core genres: Samba (The Roots): In the late 1950s, a group of young

When people talk about the "soul of Brazil," they are rarely speaking about the geography. They are speaking about the sound. For decades, the world has been seduced by the gentle sway of , the primal heartbeat of Samba , and the poetic complexity of MPB (Música Popular Brasileira). Elis sings this Tom Jobim lyric with the

To understand Samba, listen to Martinho da Vila , Zeca Pagodinho, and the legendary Cartola.

Here are 18 tracks, albums, and artists that represent the across these three genres. They are ranked by cultural impact and sonic beauty.

Seu Jorge reinvented David Bowie’s songs as Samba. His original works, like "Amiga da Minha Mulher," show how MPB is still alive. He is the coolest man in modern music.