Aquarius by Aquarius

An amazing bit of Brazilian samba funk that also touches on MPB, bossa nova, jazz… sunset vibes. First time remastered vinyl reissue.

Vocal harmonies and arrangements and excellent guitar work are masterfully combined creating a joyful journey featuring the undisputed talent of Raymundo Bittencourt, Octávio Burnier and Paulo Moura.

"The human voice is more than just a musical instrument; it is ally to the thought. Vocal art is one of the most beautiful forms of musical expression and an endless resource. It's a shame that so few devote themselves to it in our popular music. I would therefore like to congratulate AQUARIUS and CONTINENTAL for the release of this LP and may it be received by all with the same affection and attention than those who dedicated themselves to making it" Paulinho Tapajos

These notes, originally printed on the back cover of this 1976 beauty, are a perfect introduction to the vocal harmonies and arrangements and excellent guitar work that are masterfully combined creating a joyful journey that features the undisputed talent of Raymundo Bittencourt, Octávio Burnier and Paulo Moura.

An amazing bit of Brazilian samba funk that also touches on MPB, bossa nova, jazz…

This sought-after gem opens with the beautiful version of Burnier & Cartier’s ‘Só Tem Lugar Prá Você’ (one of the two B&C versions included on this album, with a pitched-down ‘Europanema’ sparkling on the B side), building up a mellow, airy vibe that stays throughout the entire album.

This release is the result of a collaboration between Vampisoul and Glossy Mistakes.

Tracklist

1.	Só Tem Lugar Prá Você	2:49

2.	A Rã	2:19

3.	Carolina	3:11

4.	Falsa Baiana	1:44

5.	Beijo Partido	2:27

6.	Só Louco	1:45

7.	Chega de Saudade	1:58

8.	Tamanco no Samba	2:15

9.	Europanema	2:26

10.	Saudade da Bahia	2:12

11.	Atire A Primeira Pedra	1:57

12.	Tibidabo	2:33

13.	Pink Bar	2:36

Credits

released March 10, 2023

License courtesy of Raymundo Bittencourt
Artwork rescue by Javi Bayo

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