- Record Label: Soul Jazz
- Release Date: Feb 13, 2006
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And whereas the dark era that began with a military coup in 1964 is now relegated to Brazil's history, the music it inspired sounds fresher and more provocative than ever.
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This release at least gives some sense of the visual brilliance, media spectacle and utter fertility of artistic energy that came together in Tropicalia.
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Though omissions are certain to be an issue for cratedigging obsessives, this collection is as flawless a primer as has ever been made available on a single disc.
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Granted, those who have the David Byrne-endorsed Everything Is Possible sampler of Os Mutantes' hottest cuts will find less value here, but Tropicalia serves as a decently comprehensive introduction to an essential period in music history.
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Not every classic song from the era is here, but yes, if you do choose to own only one Tropicália disc, then this should be the one.
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One of the most important anthologies to come along in quite a while.
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MojoVibrant, vividly colourful and high spirited. [Jan 2006, p.146]
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UncutAs primers go, it's close to definitive. [Mar 2006, p.112]
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Q MagazineThe wild rhythms, unusual arrangements and often manic energy of the selections here still resonate. [Jan 2006, p.139]
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Entertainment WeeklyA perfect mix of giddy tropical rhythms and Beatles-style experimentation. [27 Jan 2006, p.85]
User score distribution:
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Positive: 44 out of 54
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Jan 6, 2014
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STDec 24, 2006I love it.
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JohnONov 12, 2006Inspirational