Various - Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha

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Review by Nicholas Moline

Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha: A Timeless Brazilian Treasure Alright, let’s talk about Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha. This 1977 gem is one of those albums that feels like a warm hug from Brazil itself. Released by Companhia Internacional De Seguros (yeah, an insurance company—how wild is that?), it’s a mix of folk, Latin vibes, and MPB goodness with a dash of promotional speech thrown in for good measure. If you’re into music that tells stories and paints pictures of life in Brazil, this one’s for you. The album has some serious range, jumping between styles like samba, bossa nova, and even spoken word bits. It’s not just background music—it’s the kind of thing that grabs your attention and makes you go, “Wait, what was that?” One track that stuck with me is “Lua Branca.” The melody feels like a quiet night under the stars, soft but full of emotion. You can almost picture someone strumming their guitar on a porch somewhere, lost in thought. There’s something about how simple yet heartfelt it is that just sticks. Then there’s “Amo-te Muito.” Whoa, this one hits different. It’s tender, almost like a love letter set to music. The vocals are smooth as butter, and the lyrics? They pull at your heartstrings without trying too hard. It’s the kind of song you’d play when you’re feeling all mushy or need a moment to breathe. Honestly, I found myself replaying it a few times because it felt so genuine. Paulinho Tapajós deserves a shoutout here—he supervised the recording, and you can tell he put his heart into it. Every track flows together like chapters in a book, telling little snippets of Brazilian culture and history. And hey, props to the label for putting out something so rich and authentic back in the ‘70s. Now, if I’m being real, this isn’t the type of album you throw on at a party unless you’re hosting some super chill, candlelit gathering. But man, does it shine when you’re in the mood to soak up some soulful tunes. Listening to it feels like flipping through an old photo album—you stumble across moments that make you smile or pause and think. Here’s the kicker, though: knowing this came out as part of a promotional project blows my mind. Like, imagine getting sold insurance with a side of poetic ballads and samba rhythms. If only all marketing campaigns were this artsy, right? So yeah, give Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha a listen if you want something cozy, nostalgic, and uniquely Brazilian. Just don’t blame me if you end up daydreaming about beaches and moonlit nights afterward!

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Artist: Various
Album: Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha
Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
O Bem-te-vi4:12
A Casinha Pequenina2:31
No Regaço Da Ventura3:11
O Gondoleiro Do Amor3:52
Isto É Bom1:33
Se Queres Saber A Causa3:10
Tirana2:30
Lua Branca2:20
A Casa Branca Da Serra4:16
Mucama3:46
A Voz Do Violão3:12
Desde O Dia2:29
Modinha2:22
É A Tu Flor Do Céu3:00
Amo-te Muito2:46
Quando As Glórias Que Gozei2:16
Elvira, Escuta5:25
A Mulata3:00
Talento E Formosura3:32
Lágrimas3:19
A Pequenina Cruz De Ten Rosário2:52
Estela2:46
O Poeta E A Fidalga2:35
Luar De Paquetá3:25
Canta, Canta Mais3:53

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Catalog Numbers

Natal 1977

Labels

Companhia Internacional De Seguros

Listen online

  • ascolta in linea
  • lyssna på nätet
  • ouvir online
  • lytte på nettet
  • online luisteren
  • écouter en ligne
  • escuchar en línea
  • online anhören
  • kuunnella verkossa

Formats

  • 2 × Vinyl
  • LP
  • Compilation

Credits

RoleCredit
Recording SupervisorPaulinho Tapajós

Notes

  • Um presente da Companhia Internacional De Seguros aos seus amigos e clientes no Natal de 1977
  • Gatefold sleeve with stapled-in book.

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Cantares Brasileiros 1 A Modinha* is a hidden gem from Brazil’s rich musical history? Released in 1977, it’s a collection of traditional modinhas—a genre that blends folk, Latin, and Brazilian styles like MPB, samba, and bossa nova. What makes it even cooler? The album was sponsored by an insurance company, Companhia Internacional De Seguros. It’s not every day you find an insurance label promoting such soulful music! The recording supervisor, Paulinho Tapajós, helped bring these tracks to life, including gems like *Lua Branca* and *Lágrimas*. It’s like a time capsule of Brazil’s poetic and musical heritage.