Brazilian musician was not invited to join the main artists at the ceremony, unlike his album partner, Esperanza Spalding
A controversy involving one of the most important Brazilian musicians in history marked the latest edition of Grammy, held last February in Los Angeles. Milton Nascimentowhich competed for a prize, did not receive a chair to sit in the space for the main artists – unlike the American Esperanza Spaldingwho recorded with him the album present in the dispute.
Annoyed by the situation, Esperanza made a point of commenting on the Brazilian icon. In a long -reach publication on social networks, the artist lamented that the event organization did not allow Milton to enter the main area.
Subsequently, the singer’s staff revealed that he had access only to the stands where the event took place. Therefore, he chose not to attend the main ceremony, only in the previous event, where the awards of most categories are distributed, and on the red carpet.
But how did Bituca feel? In an interview with Felipe Branco Cruz for the magazine Lookby email, the idol of Brazilian music revealed its reaction to the support of the musical community. Initially, he said:
“Look, I was very happy to have been defended by Esperanza and all the affection and love I received from so many people. Throughout my life, I was guided by friendships and music.”
To the voice of “Maria, Maria”, “Song of America” And so many other classics, are in memory the good times of your visit to the United States. A surprising posture in the face of such a neglect of the Academy Recording. He stated:
“On my trip to the United States, I found several friends, sang, revisited places and had fun. Honestly, that’s all that really matters in my life.”
Milton Nascimento’s documentary
Recently, Milton Nascimento has become a documentary subject. Milton Bituca Nascimento Accompanies the backstage of the singer’s farewell tour. Directed by Flavia Moraes with musical direction of Victor Pozasthe film hit theaters last February.
In production, the public can observe the intimacy of Bituca And follow the artist at shows through Europe, the United States and Brazil. Meanwhile, reports of names like Spike Lee, Caetano Veloso, Pat Metheny and Gilberto Gil They help explain what it represents for Brazilian and worldwide music.
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