Regions like Rio de Janeiro or Bahia may be better known musically, but the state of Pernambuco is a veritable cauldron of musical innovation. Chico Science, Luiz Gonzaga and Lenine as just three examples of an area teeming with musical talent.
The definitive Pernambuco compilation features some good tracks including the superb ‘Blunt of Judah’ by Nação Zumbi, the driving and triumphant ‘Trancelim de Marfim’ from DJ Dolores, and ‘Poeira’ by Cordel De Fogo Encantado. Not every track is a winner but the best tracks stand out a mile.
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