Garota Moderna

Rosalia De Souza | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 1, 2003)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Leeds/Avatar
• ASIN: B00009QG7W
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #71,385 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #73 in Music > World Music > South & Central America > General
  • #74 in Music > World Music > South & Central America > General AAS
  • #75 in Music > World Music > Latin Music > Samba

Track Listings

1. Maria Moita

2. Bossa 31

3. Adianna

4. Tempo Futuro

5. Saudosismo

6. Canto Mal Com Deus

7. Mais

8. As Gotas

9. Mar Azul

10. Ipanema

11. Zona Sul

12. Samba Novo

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

The irresistible combination of smoky bossa nova textures and velvety electronic beats has already been successfully mined by Brazilian divas such as Bebel Gilberto and Cibelle. But in the hands of Italian DJ Nicola Conte, the electro-bossa recipe continues to surprise with its wide-eyed innocence, lounge undertones and instantly hummable melodies. Conte has an ear for the melancholy feeling of pop culture nostalgia associated with the 1960s-- the Antonio Carlos Jobim records, the Michel Legrand soundtracks, the Stan Getz sessions. De Souza's sweet vocals and tender delivery are ideal for the task of resurrecting venerable samba nuggets such as Baden Powell's and Vinicius de Moraes' exuberant "Canto De Ossanha" and Caetano Veloso's wistful "Saudosismo." Equally intriguing are the handful of original tunes by Conte and De Souza--a seamless recreation of the summery vibe and enviable lightness of touch that lies at the essence of the bossa aesthetic. --Ernesto Lechner

Product Description

Produced by maestro Nicoloa Conte, Rosalia's modern Bossa Nova takes this popular Brazilian musical form and transforms it into a smokey, sultry and exotic experience that's guaranteed to put that certain someone in the right mood. 13 tracks. Leeds Music/

Customer Reviews

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rosalia De Souza's first feature release, July 6, 2003

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bordersj2 (Boston) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Garota Moderna (Audio CD)

This is the same as the "out of stock" on Amazon. The difference? This one has a jewel case (at least it did in the store) and is released in the US under a different distributor.
This is perhaps the closest thing to a new release from Nicola Conte besides the numerous remixes that he's done and the Jet Sounds Revisited CD.

For a bit of background, this cd was released on Schema label, which is home to Gerardo Frisina, Nicola Conte, Fragmentorchestra, S-Tone Inc., Soulstance and the Break and Bossa franchinse and countless other dj's and producers in Italy. From that alone, you can get sort of the style of this cd. It is very jazzy, but the singer, Rosalia De Souza, has worked with other Schema artists as well. Namely, Les Hommes and Quintetto X, ranging in everything from a sort of trippy feel to jazziness.

I first really found out about Rosalia thanks to the Break & Bossa vol 5 double disc set (also on Schema label). When that compilation came out, the tracks which featured her were sort of dj prototypes. But both tracks are actually included in this release - almost identical to the ones on Break & Bossa. The style of the cd is the Bossa you would expect from Schema label artists and Conte. Up-beat and catchy, sounds of the 60's and 70's with imposing touches of modern flair. This is definitely something you would hear in a happening lounge where you can hear the person beside you yet wonder what is playing overhead.

Remakes of old Brazilian classics are included, from the first track: Maria Moita on down to Canto De Ossanha and Adriana, Saudisismo - a Caetano Veloso track, and Ipanema. Rosalia De Souza's voice is amazing - very soft and delicate. Then comes some of the other works which both Souza and Conte worked on, like Bossa 31, Mais and As Gotas, a track that seems tailor made to their style together.

I definitely recommend this CD. While this is very different from the style of Jet Sounds, it is still a refreshing cd and perfect addition to the collection - they do go hand in hand. Downside to this? Well, Zona Sul, the second to last track on this cd is actually the same as "Zig-Zag" on Break N Bossa, only it is without the lyrics - Rosalia's voice is used as an instrument. It is nice, but you get kind of used to her voice.

PICK THIS UP! And don't worry - Conte is rumored to be working on a new album right now.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!, June 4, 2004

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R. Coley "pizicato5" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Garota Moderna (Audio CD)

As I listened to this CD, I wondered to myself, why do I love this music so much? Referring to the sounds of Brazilian artists such as Bebel Gilberto and Now Rosalia De Souza. One listen to Saudosismo, will tell you why. I've never heard music that had so much beauty despite not being able to understand the lyrics. Nicola Conte, the producer needs to be commended for this effort. Even though his "Bossa Per Due" is awesome, this one is even better. WOW! A debate between a friend and I is very hot as to which effort is better "Tanto Tempo" from Gilberto or "Garota Moderna". It's close, but both are too good to say which one is better. The whole CD is beautiful and mesmerizing. The combination of Jazz, Electronica and Bossa are GREAT! This CD is definite proof of that. I'd take stuff like this any day over what I hear over urban radio or Top 40.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Talk about being blown away with refreshing sounds!, May 7, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Garota Moderna (Audio CD)

Rosalia de Souza is absolutely amazing with her voice. She truly is a gem. This Brazilian beats mix with the lounge style music is just bliss. It's been a while since I've been so struck from hearing something so good. I truly recommend this album, you won't regret it.