With 11 tracks, the new work is a celebration of Brazil’s cultural richness and a milestone in the singer’s career, which has consolidated itself as one of the most versatile and creative artists of Brazilian music
With 11 tracks that combine elements of carioca and baiana music, BAILE A LA BAIANA It is a celebration of Brazil’s cultural richness and a milestone in the singer’s career, which has been consolidated as one of the most versatile and creative artists of Brazilian music.
“This album is a junction of influences that I have been accumulating over the years, mixing my roots carioca with the strength of Bahia’s black music,” he said Seu Jorge. “It’s an album to dance, have fun and celebrate life.”
“This album represents the idea that good people are attracted. It is about meetings, celebration and joy. I want this energy to reach as many people as possible, ”concluded the artist.
The roots of the project: meetings that marked a life
The inspiration for BAILE A LA BAIANA was born in Salvador, in a vibrant cultural space called the shed full of subject, led by the percussionist Peu Meurraylongtime friend and partner Seu Jorge.
It was also there that the artist met Magary Lordanother central name in the conception of the album. The Galpão environment, which housed music, exhibitions and creative encounters, became a point of convergence for artists who sought to innovate and share their artistic expressions.
“It was a meeting of souls. Music has united us in a very genuine way, ”he recalls Seu Jorge. “Our children played together, families approached, and from there songs that have a lot of meaning to me. This album is a record of these connections. ”
In addition to Peu and Magicalthe album has the contribution of other composers who have collaborated over the years to create a rich and diverse repertoire. “The songs were practically ready. The challenge was to bring together the right people and capture the energy that each one brought to the project. ”
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A unique sound: carioca and baiana in perfect harmony
The music of BAILE A LA BAIANA It is a true mosaic of influences. Recorded with the band Pitythat accompanies Seu Jorge For years, the album brings the strength of black music carioca – such as funk, soul, from Black Band, The band of Zé Pretinho, Banda Vitória Régia – Mixed with the vibrant rhythms of Bahia, such as Chula, Semba, besides Black Music and Black Samba. “In general, the album brings the regional junction of AfroPop. The search is for this sound, ”he said Seu Jorge.
“This album is about union. Carioca and Bahian music meet naturally, because both have roots in black music and desire to convey joy and strength, ”explained the artist.
Among the musicians who participate in the project are Adriano Trindade, Sidade, Danilo Andrade, Rodrigo Tavares, Fernando Vidal, Ivan Priestand the Peu Meurray and Magary Lordwhich also contribute to their percussions and voices. “It’s a team rapport. Everyone brought their virtues and experiences to create something unique. ”
About the album, the singer, percussionist and creator of the genus Black Semba, Magary Lord, stated: “I met Seu Jorge At an event on Itaparica Island, when I played with a samba group and he was the big attraction of the night. The musical connection was immediate, and we found that we had a common friend, Peu Meurraywhich today is also part of this project. Over time, we became partners in various songs, such as ‘Private Personal’ and ‘Call Brazil to Dance’, and decided to gather this trajectory on the album BAILE A LA BAIANA. The album translates this energy of joy, high spirits and relaxation. Now we want to take this vibration to the stage and put the people to dance. “
The musician Peu Meurrayreflected: “BAILE A LA BAIANA It is a project that celebrates almost two decades of friendship with Seu Jorge and the partnership with Magicalmarked by sincerity, harmony and joy. It all started at the dating at the shed in Salvador, where the musical connection was immediate, uniting styles, ideas and the pleasure of creating together. Seu Jorge It was always received in the city with applause and a brotherhood that further strengthened our bond. Over the years we have traveled, composed and dream, building this work that now comes to the public. The album reflects this trajectory, bringing a powerful and energy full of energy, with the aim of bringing healing, happiness and a lot of music to those who waited for this celebration of friendship and talent. “
Expectation for the launch and international tour
With BAILE A LA BAIANA, Seu Jorge It resumes the album format with unpublished songs after a period of experimentation and collaborations. “Fans have been asking me for a long time about a new album, and now the time has finally come. This is a cheerful, dancing and good energy album. I am very excited to share with the public, ”said the singer.
To celebrate the release, Seu Jorge It will embark on an international tour from March, with scheduled presentations for various cities in Europe. “Brazilian music has an incredible reach. I’m excited to take the BAILE A LA BAIANA for international stages and show all this vibration. ”
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An expanded border artist
With a career that exceeds three decades, Seu Jorge It is recognized worldwide for its ability to transit between different artistic expressions. In addition to being one of the biggest names in Brazilian music, he gained prominence in the cinema, with roles in iconic films like Wage of God and Marine life with Steve Zissouwhere it reinterpreted songs of David Bowie in Portuguese.
In recent years, it has starred in productions as Marighella and Provisional measureboth marked by strong social and cultural impact. “Art is a form of connection. My mission is to create and share stories that touch people in different ways, ”he reflected.
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