When Brazil becomes more than a Travel Destination
Caetano Veloso presents new Album "Meu Coco" |
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Caetano Veloso with full band in Bozar on September 25, 2023
FACT - Did you know? Caetano Veloso is a highly influential Brazilian musician, singer, composer, and cultural icon. Caetano Emanuel Viana Teles Veloso was born on August 7, 1942, in Santo Amaro da Purificação, Bahia, Brazil. He grew up in a musically rich environment, surrounded by traditional Brazilian music and other genres. Caetano Veloso was a leading figure in the Tropicália movement during the late 1960s. ...This cultural and musical movement sought to blend traditional Brazilian music with international influences, including rock, pop, and avant-garde elements. It was a form of artistic and political expression. Caetano Veloso's musical career is characterized by his innovative and eclectic approach to various genres, including bossa nova, samba, tropicália, MPB (Música Popular Brasileira), and experimental music. His songwriting is known for its poetic and introspective nature. During the military dictatorship in Brazil (1964-1985), Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil faced political persecution. They were arrested in 1969 and subsequently went into exile in London. During this period, Veloso continued to produce influential music. Caetano Veloso returned to Brazil in 1972 and continued to be a central figure in Brazilian music. His return marked a period of artistic exploration and collaboration with musicians from various genres.Throughout his career, Caetano Veloso has been politically engaged, advocating for social and cultural issues. His music often reflects his thoughts on identity, freedom, and political transformation. Veloso has collaborated with numerous artists across different genres, both in Brazil and internationally. His work has influenced musicians around the world. Caetano Veloso has received multiple Grammy Awards for his musical contributions, including in the World Music and Latin categories. Caetano Veloso is regarded as one of Brazil's most important and innovative cultural figures. He has received honors for his cultural contributions and has been recognized as a symbol of artistic freedom. Some of Caetano Veloso's notable albums include "Caetano Veloso" (1968), "Transa" (1972), and "Cê" (2006). Iconic songs include "Tropicália," "Você é Linda," and "Cajuína." Caetano Veloso's impact extends far beyond his musical contributions, encompassing his role as a cultural and political influencer. His ability to blend diverse musical styles and his thought-provoking lyrics have left an enduring mark on Brazilian and global music. Caetano Veloso on Tour with "Meu Coco"On Monday 25th of September 2023, Brazilian composer and singer Caetano Veloso did play at Bozar in Brussels where he did present his latest album "Meu Coco" alongside his greatest hits. Veloso's seasoned voice, his fantastic live band and Brazilian sounds turned the evening into an unforgettable Indian Summer. Veloso is probably Brazil's most popular and influential singer, composer and guitarist. He is a Grammy winner, and a political and social activist like his best friend Gilberto Gil. They both played a central role in the modernization of MPB (Música Popular Brasileira, literally 'Popular Brazilian Music ') with the creation of Tropicalismo in the 60s. Their music was characterised by a mix of avant garde and more traditional Brazilian sound which left an important mark on European and South American music. With the local context of turmoil and political repression they even both got exiled to London at the end of the 1960s. From the 1980s onwards, Veloso also became popular outside Brazil. In 2004, Brazil's English-language album "A Foreign Sound" released covers in new interpretations of Cole Porter, Bob Dylan and Nirvana. Veloso is an icon in the music world. Some even consider him as one of the best songwriters of the 20th century, compared to names like Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Besides more than 50 solo and live albums (including "Live at Carnegie Hall" with David Byrne of Talking Heads), he composes film scores for Pedro Almodovar's "Hable con Ella" or Julie Taylor's "Frida" for example. During his long career, he has won numerous awards, including thirteen (Latin) Grammy Awards and two Grammy Awards for 'Best World Music Album'. Veloso achieved a unique career that transformed Brazilian music forever and marked the world panorama with dozens of released albums and sold-out concerts all over the world. One of his most recent albums, "Ofertório Ao Vivo" (2018), was recorded with his three children. It was time to celebrate his work once again, live and in communion with the public, in September. After almost a decade of impatiently waiting, Veloso did present his album "Meu Coco" which was released in 2021 which gives us a glimpse into his heart and head and shows how his brain works while creating songs. "It has been nine years since I last released an album with new songs. At the end of 2019 there was the desire to record new material solo. It started with a guitar rhythm that, if performed as I dreamed, would resonate for any audience anywhere in the world. The song "Meu Coco" is the result." (Caetano Veloso). | ||||||||
Caetano Veloso turned the evening at Bozar into an Indian SummerCaetano Veloso has a reputation for bringing summer and with his voice and guitar, in a more intimate setting and close to the audience, he was able to get everyone moving in the Bozar on the Brazilian rhythms. |
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