Description: Brand new LP. Sealed. Photos are stock images. Imported from Brazil's POLYSOM DISCOS --- Gal Costa – Gal CostaGal Costa - Gal Costa album coverMore images Label:Polysom – 33210-1Series:Clássicos Em VinilFormat:Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, 180 GramCountry:BrazilReleased:Jun 2015Genre:Jazz, Rock, LatinStyle:MPB, Psychedelic Rock, Bossa NovaA1Não IdentificadoWritten-By – Caetano VelosoA2SebastianaFeaturing [Com] – Gilberto GilWritten-By – Rosil CavalcantiA3Lost In The ParadiseWritten-By – Caetano VelosoA4Namorinho De PortãoFeaturing [Com] – Gilberto GilWritten-By – Tom ZéA5SaudosismoWritten-By – Caetano VelosoA6Se Você PensaWritten-By – Roberto Carlos / Erasmo Carlos*B1Vou RecomeçarWritten-By – Roberto Carlos / Erasmo Carlos*B2Divino, MaravilhosoWritten-By – Caetano Veloso, Gilberto GilB3Que Pena (Êle Já Não Gosta Mais De Mim)Featuring [Com] – Caetano VelosoWritten-By – Jorge BenB4BabyFeaturing [Com] – Caetano VelosoWritten-By – Caetano VelosoB5A Coisa Mais Linda Que ExisteWritten-By – Gilberto Gil, Torquato NetoB6Deus É O AmorWritten-By – Jorge Ben Gal Costa's self-titled album (1969) is an iconic release in Brazilian music history and a cornerstone of the Tropicália movement. Known for its innovative fusion of Brazilian popular music (MPB) with rock, psychedelia, and experimental sounds, this album captures Gal Costa's fearless exploration of sound and her transition into one of Brazil's most compelling voices. Working with influential figures like Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, and Os Mutantes, the album pushed boundaries and defied expectations of traditional Brazilian music at the time. Album OverviewRelease Year: 1969Genre: Tropicália, Psychedelic Rock, MPB (Brazilian Popular Music)Production and Collaborators: Costa worked with prominent Tropicália figures, including Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil, who both contributed as songwriters and producers. Arrangements by Rogério Duprat, often compared to Brazil’s answer to George Martin, added symphonic and avant-garde elements to the album.Musical Style and ThemesThe album reflects the radical experimentation that was at the heart of Tropicália, combining Brazilian rhythms with international influences. Songs alternate between soft ballads and explosive tracks filled with distorted guitars and unconventional arrangements. Costa’s voice moves seamlessly between gentle bossa nova styles and forceful rock expressions, demonstrating her versatility and emotional range. Themes touch on freedom, rebellion, and cultural identity, capturing the countercultural energy of late 1960s Brazil. Notable Tracks"Não Identificado" – A Caetano Veloso-penned track that explores themes of love and mystery with a gentle, bossa nova-influenced feel."Divino Maravilhoso" – A vibrant track by Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso that highlights Tropicália’s signature mix of Brazilian rhythms and rock elements."Lost in the Paradise" – Sung in English, it bridges Brazilian and international sounds, illustrating Costa’s eclectic style."Saudosismo" – Another Caetano Veloso composition that blends nostalgia with a sense of defiance, embodying the spirit of Tropicália.Legacy and InfluenceGal Costa’s 1969 album is celebrated for its bold experimentation and remains a defining work in her discography. It played a crucial role in expanding the scope of Brazilian music, inspiring generations of musicians within Brazil and internationally. Costa’s fearless approach paved the way for future artists to embrace a broader musical and cultural palette, blending Brazilian sounds with global influences. The album also marked Gal Costa as a symbol of artistic freedom and resilience against political oppression during Brazil’s military dictatorship. 50 Similar ArtistsCaetano VelosoGilberto GilOs MutantesTom ZéJorge BenMaria BethâniaElis ReginaChico BuarqueMilton NascimentoNara LeãoJoão GilbertoMarisa MonteRita LeeLuiz MelodiaLô BorgesErasmo CarlosTim MaiaDjavanEdu LoboRaul SeixasGeraldo VandréDominguinhosAzymuthNey MatogrossoClara NunesMarcos ValleSérgio SampaioBaden PowellElza SoaresAlceu ValençaZé RamalhoPaulinho da ViolaVinícius de MoraesToninho HortaBelchiorHermeto PascoalWalter FrancoTaiguaraZeca BaleiroLeny AndradeJoyce MorenoArthur VerocaiOs BrazõesWanderléaCarmen MirandaAntonio Carlos JobimFagnerSilvia TellesJoão BoscoCéuGal Costa’s self-titled album remains a classic of Brazilian music, reflecting the Tropicália movement’s radical vision and inspiring countless artists in its wake.
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Artist: lo borges, Milton Nascimento, Beto Guedes, Secos & Molhados, novos baianos, Jards Macalé, sergio sampaio, Luiz Melodia, Arthur Verocai, Jorge Mautner, Edu Lobo, jorge ben, Ana Mazzotti, Erasmo Carlos, cartola, Os Mutantes, chico barque, Chico Buarque, Zé Keti, Tim maia, Paulinho da Viola, Nelson Cavaquinho, Adoniran Barbosa, Gal Costa
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Label: polysom
Release Title: Gal Costa
Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve
Color: Black
Material: Vinyl
Inlay Condition: Mint (M)
Edition: Limited Edition
Type: LP
Record Grading: Mint (M)
Format: Record
Release Year: 2015
Sleeve Grading: Mint (M)
Style: Folk Punk, Hip-Hop, Post-Punk, Punk/New Wave, Punk Metal
Record Size: 12"
Features: Sealed
Genre: Funk, Jazz, Latin, World Music, samba
Country/Region of Manufacture: Brazil
