Work directed by Oscar Rodrigues Alves will portray the trajectory of the percussionist who collaborated with names such as Michael Jackson, Madonna and Elton John
One of the biggest names in Brazilian popular music, the percussionist Paulinho da Costa It will have the trajectory portrayed in a documentary. The exclusive information was presented during the International Music Week in São Paulo (Yes SP), on the panel “Paulinho da Costa and Oscar Rodrigues interviewed by João Marcelo Bôscoli”.
With the direction of Oscar Rodrigues Alvesthe documentary will narrate the trajectory of Rio musician owns collaborations with prominent artists in Brazil and worldwide.
Paulinho da Costa He traveled for the first time to the United States in 1972. Since then, when he was presented by the legendary American trumpeter DEAZY GILLESPIE To the American mainstream, never returned. Gradually, the Brazilian musician became one of the most requested names for studio recordings. It was with Quincy Jones that he established the deepest connection, which became a friendship of decades.
Quincy It was like a brother. When we were introduced, I didn’t even know where to start playing. We were friends for a lifetime, ”he says.
From friendship with the American producer, Paulinho It got to Michael Jacksonparticipating in the studio recordings of the legendary album Thriller. His list of works also has collaborations with Madonna, Earth, Wind & Fire, Elton John and Ella Fitzgeraldbesides being sought by Rihanna and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
The documentary will bring a narrative of the musician’s life, mainly telling his adventure among the biggest names of the American songbook. The approach between Paulinho and Oscar Rodrigues Alves It made the filmmaker create an affective bond with the artist’s trajectory.
It was like reporting a legend before my eyes. This man was a member of the family Earth, Wind & Fire and friend of Quincy Jones. But that’s not just why it is because its greatness transcends the barriers of countries. Paulinho It’s universal, ”adds the director.
THE Yes sao paulo 2025 It has been going on since the 17th and continues until February 21, consolidating itself as the largest meeting of music and creative economy in Latin America. The event brings together artists, producers, phonographic industry executives, festivals, stamps and industry professionals in an intense schedule of panels, workshops, showcases and networking.
This year, the event reinforces its vocation as a global platform for connection and innovation in the music market, promoting debates about the future of music, new technologies, sustainability, diversity and cultural policies. Beyond the official programming, the Yes SP It has an extensive parallel agenda spread throughout the city, reaffirming São Paulo as a center of cultural and artistic effervescence.
THE International Music Week of São Paulo 2025 It is sponsored by the Vale Cultural Institute, Rede (Itaú-Unibanco), Elo and Heineken Card, as well as several partners, through the Federal Incentive Law, Ministry of Culture/Federal Government.
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Source: Rollingstone
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