St. Julian Samba Showdown 23 by J Thyme '09 - 320 kbps - 188 mb

A post-Thanksgiving & Pre-Christmas offering for fans of this series. Happy holidays! For friends in colder climates, a little something to remember summer by.

Some really outstanding numbers here. My favs this volume are the lovely & funky "A Gente E O Mar" by Nonato E Seu Conjunto. The yummy Samba of "Tamborim" by Zé Ketti. The trancy Samba of Elton Medeiros performing "Sabdália Dourada" & the glorious Samba-Pop of "Rose" by Ederaldo Gentil. So many fine MPB tracks from "Palhaçada" by the ever amazing Dóris Monteiro to "Barendo A Porta" by Emilio Santiago to "Tamanco Malandrinho" by Tom e Dito to "Me Criei Na Beira-Mar" by Ely Arcoverde. Overall, a nice mix of the best of 70's Samba & MPB. As always, enjoy!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 23 by J Thyme '09

01. Alvorada - Cartola (1975)
02. Palhaçada - Dóris Monteiro (1973)
03. A Gente E O Mar - Nonato E Seu Conjunto (1978)
04. Tamborim - Zé Ketti (1979)
05. Não É De Nada - Synval Silva (1973)
06. Sabdália Dourada - Elton Medeiros (1973)
07. Barendo A Porta - Emilio Santiago (1975)
08. Amor De Malandro - João Nogueira (1975)
09. Tamanco Malandrinho - Tom e Dito (1974)
10. Flamengo 2 x 1 - Arnoldo Medeiros (1975)
11. Rose - Ederaldo Gentil (1975)
12. Foi Deus - Cyro Aguiar (1975)
13. Me Criei Na Beira-Mar - Ely Arcoverde (1972)
14. As Forças Da Natureza - Clara Nunes (1977)
15. Irerê - César Costa Filho (1978)
16. Com Licença, Moço - Ruy Maurity (1973)
17. Superamor - Carlos Lyra (1975)
18. E Deixa O Relogio Andar - Osmar Milito (1971)
19. Onde Está - Caco Velho (1963)
20. Olho Por Olho - Beth Carvalho (1977)
21. Indecisão - Batatinha (1976)
22. Não Pode Ser Verdade - Alberto Lonato (1972)
23. Sorriso de Bamba - Os Originais do Samba (1972)
24. Samba em Paz / A Voz do Morro - Alcione (1975)

Conjunto Sambacana - Conjunto Sambacana Vol.3 [1969 Odeon] 256 kbps - 58 mb

How I forgot to post this lovely little session is beyond me? The cover photo says it all. 7 singers breezing through 12 very pretty late 60's vocal jazz numbers. Greg had introduced me to this LP way back in 2002. I had always enjoyed this session, so I share this Greg Caz rip of this super-sweet bossa jazz spinner. Rather short at 26 mintues. This LP plays like a summer breeze gently flowing by. Very nice!

File Under: Bossa Nova / Vocal Jazz

P.S. A gentle & unassuming set, but there are some really outstanding numbers here. Standouts for me are "Tarde Azul", "Canto Puro Amor", "Daudade Nos Olhos", "Giro" & "Tudo Azul". Overall, a very nice & worthwhile listen. At 26 minutes, you won't be bored.

Saravah For Café Après–midi - V.A. - 320 kbps - 196 mb (reup)

I had this up before, but wanted to share it once again. Since I've already posted an Italian compilation looking at Bossa Nova's influence on Italy, then it's time to look at an important little label out of France run by actor/musician/studio-head Pierre Barouh & his brilliant Saravah imprint. The range here is mindblowing. French Bossa Nova, French Jazz, French Folk, African Pop, French Soul, etc, etc. This is one that I'm still taking in. There are so many good tracks here that I'll just single out a few personal favorites. "On N'a Rien a Faire" by Pierre Barouh is great, swinging French Jazz Pop circa 1966. My other pick is the delicate French Bossa Folk number "Un Jour, Un Papillon" by Joel Favreau from 1970. Very sweet! I'm sure you'll find lots to enjoy here. A nice look at the warm embrace that Bossa Nova received from the French & a whole lot more. Enjoy!


File Under: French Folk-Jazz-Bossa Nova/ World Music

Ederaldo Gentil - Samba, Canto Livre De Um Povo [1975 Chantecler] 224 kbps - 64 mb

As friends of this page know I love mid-70's for all things Samba. This is a perfect example. The debut LP by Ederaldo Gentil. A beautiful album of Sambas. Not one bad song on this very solid spinner. Fans of the song "Dia de festa' will enjoy the composers telling of that composition. I get behind this recording because it just so winning & enjoyable. I hope you agree? Those of you in colder locals will enjoy the sunshine of such a recording on a colder day. Pure sunshine here!

File Under: Samba

P.S. I share this via PRATO E FACA blogspot. So, a big thank you to that page. I just clean things up a bit & suggest this so that it does not go unnoticed.
Not an "In Your Face" type of session, but one that will prove rewarding after a few listens.

Arnaud Rodrigues - Som Do Paulinho [1976 RCA Victor] 256 kbps - 70 mb (reup)

Another look at the RCA label. I really like the work of Arnaud Rodrigues. This LP mixes many styles to good effect. I guess I'll call this Samba-Funk-Rock with a nice Forro edge. Some really great tracks here & solid all the way through. This post goes out to Carlos over at Musicology blogspot. Enjoy!

File Under: MPB/Samba-Rock

P.S. I'm looking for the follow up LP from 1979 if anyone has it?

Os Originais Do Samba - Aniversário do Tarzan [1978 RCA Victor] 320 kbps - 100 mb (reup)

The more I listen to this bands output from the 70's, the more I fall in love with their body of work. This LP from 1978 is fantastic. The interplay between these 6 players & the RCA studios is really something to behold. There's even a few really great examples of Samba-Disco on this outing. Fans of 70's Samba & this band won't be disappointed. Solid all the way through. Samba-Pop at it's very best! Enjoy!

P.S. Very tight band with outstanding vocal & rhythm section. Love the cuica player of this band. His playing is always so tasty. The only LP of their 70's work that I have not heard is "Em Verso e Prosa" from 1976. If anyone has a copy?

St. Julian Samba Showdown 22 by J Thyme '09 - 161 mb - 320 kbps

A little something to add to your summer while it lasts, if this is your kind of way to spend an hour? With all the love I can gather for my undying devotion to Musica Popular Brasillia. Just when I think my collection can yield no more...Voilà.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 22 by J Thyme '09

01. Só Quem Cantou Fui Eu - Os Originais do Samba (1977)
02. Garota De Copacabana - Edson Frederico (1975)
03. Choro Chorao - Ademilde Fonseca (1975)
04. Toro de Lagrimas - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1974)
05. Depois Eu Digo - Abilio Manoel (1972)
06. Rosa Tristeza - Batatinha (1976)
07. Ouro Desça Do Seu Trono / Mil Réis - Candeia (1978)
08. Te Segura - Beth Carvalho (1976)
09. Só Queria Saber - Bebeto (1975)
10. Lá de Angola - João Nogueira (1980)
11. Pode Guardar As Panelas - Paulinho Da Viola (1979)
12. Aliás - Ismael Silva (1973)
13. Nana Roxa - Manezinho Araújo (1974)
14. É Com Esse Que Eu Vou - Pedro Caetano (1974)
15. O Homem Sem Mulher Não Vale Nada - Caçulinha (1975)
16. Estória De Um Sambista - Germano Mathias (1968)
17. Triste Margarida (Samba Do Metrô) - Adoniran Barbosa (1975)
18. Malvadeza Durão - Zé Ketti (1973)
19. P.C.J. (Partido Clementina de Jesus) - Clara Nunes (1977)
20. Cuidado - Conjunto a Voz do Morro (1966)
21. Noticia - Nelson Cavaquinho (1972)
22. Cheguei Pra Ficar - Dominguinhos (1976)
23. Miradouro - Paulo Diniz (1973)
24. Eu Vou Pra Lá - Geraldo Filme (1980)

P.S. I dedicate this volume to my two favorite blogs over the past few years, Abracadabra LP's do Brasil & Toque Musical.
My favorite track on this volume is track 12 "Aliás" by Ismael Silva with it's very crisp hi-hat work, so listen for that element. Also, track 3 "Choro Chorao" by Ademilde Fonseca is an amazing example of the Choro style. Very different & what a voice. Miss Fonseca's talent stretches 25 years before this date, so she has the power of experience in her stylings.

The Goal Of This Page.

I've spent the past few years posting these Samba Showdowns to take a focused look at MPB & Samba in the 70's. It's true that I like certain LP's more then others & have drawn from some LP's endlessly, but that is my style. I've never offered any volume without adding a few tracks from LP's that we've never heard before, but I do like the production & fidelity on some records more then others. It's been said that I repeat some LP's too much. Well, that's an insight about not being foolish enough to leave behind any good track off of a masterwork. If I introduced anyone to a few good albums & focused on how good they are by dipping back repeatedly to certain LP's on my compilations, then that is what will tip a DJ off to not sleep on such records. I'm more focused on continuity & in reality no 24 tracks has ever been heard in that combination before.
This page is here to look at key albums from the 70's & I feel that I've done a nice job of introducing the world to a few gems from this lovely movement. In truth, I was ready to stop at volume 12, but I listened to my inner guidance which informed me that there is nothing wrong with focusing on the LP's which I enjoy the most. This page is devoted to the LP & one's I like to call a "SOLID LISTEN". So why would I not draw heavily from the LP's that I post? This series is nothing more then an experiment in continuity. I hope you've enjoyed discovering a few great albums of the 70's in Brasil. Thanks for tuning in & hey, hop on a plane and go visit sunny Rio or Bahia.

P.S. I'm sitting on in the area of 3000 Brasilian discs & trust me when I tell you that it takes time to sort through that many titles.
I can only digest so many discs at a time and I will not lie when I say that I may study a group of discs very deeply over a few year period. It's taken me several years of study before a disc like "E Lá Vou Eu" by João Nogueira will suddenly open up like a flower & reveal its profound beauty & brilliance. So please know that there's an organic rhythm to my efforts here. It takes time for a gringo like me to fully discover this lush, tropical landscape.

Chico Buarque De Hollanda - Chico Buarque de Hollanda Vol.1 [1966 RGE] 256 kbps - 50 mb (reup)

Very confident debut by Chico Buarque De Hollanda. Truly one of the shining lights of that generation of singer/song-writers along with Caetano Veloso, Edu Lobo, Gilberto Gil & Milton Nascimento. Not one bad song on this 12 track, 27 minute spinner. Absolute perfection. Please don't miss this masterpiece. Very, very enjoyable! This baby swings. Strong song-writer!

File Under: MPB

P.S. That I haven't seen one comment on this very fine debut surprises me. Track one "A Banda" is so basic a melody that I'm sure there are green parrots that know the song by heart.

Nadinho Da Ilha - Cabeça Feita [1976 EMI Odeon] 224 kbps - 62 mb

First I want to say a big thank you to Toque Musical for introducing me to this amazing EMI Odeon session. The second person to thank would have to be Charles Gavin for re-mastering this recording & giving it a second life. High praise must go to the EMI Odeon studios for raising the quality even higher on the technique of how to record this glorious Samba form. Friends of this page please listen closely to the high art of the recording excellence that abounds in Brasil in the 70's. Concepts like mic-ing, tape saturation, compression & good ol' mono mixing for a brilliantly sculpted sound-space. Outstanding Samba here recorded with such clarity to the compositions & artistry of its musicians. Don't miss this. With headphones!


File Under: Samba

P.S. This record is "Off The Hook, Hooked Up". No lie. I've been drawing from this masterwork since volume 12 of the Samba Showdowns. Lucky is the DJ with this record on his/her side.

St. Julian Samba Showdown by Justin Thyme (2006) 320 kbps - 174 mb

St. Julian Samba Showdown by Justin Thyme (2006)

01. O Rei Do Calango (Calangotango) - Abaetê (1977)
02. Conceição da Praia - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1971)
03. Rock De Minas Gerais - Arnaud Rodrigues (1976)
04. Negra Brecho - Azambuja & Cia (1975)
05. Camisa 10 - Brasilian Singers (1974)
06. Lenda Das Amazonas - Burnier & Cartier (1976)
07. Mambembe - Chico Buarque (1972)
08. De Noite Na Cama - Dóris Monteiro (1971)
09. Bezouro Mangangá - Eliana Pittman (1972)
10. Barao Beleza - Elza Soares (1972)
11. Com Que Roupa - Gilberto Gil (1991)
12. Laborio - Giovana (1975)
13. Sabia, Diga La - Jaime Alem & Nair Candia (1974)
14. O Ronco da Cuica - João Bosco (1976)
15. Não Põe A Mão - Manoel Conceição (1975)
16. Não Tem Nada Não - Marcos Valle (1973)
17. Você Não Passa De Uma Mulher - Martinho da Vila (1975)
18. Bola Preta Pra Mim - Miltinho (1969)
19. Partido Alto - MPB-4 (1972)
20. Malvadeza Durao - Nara Leão (1965)
21. Foi Um Rio Que Passou Em Minha Vida - Paulinho da Viola (1969)
22. Levante A Cabeça - Som Nosso (1977)
23. Xamego De Ina - Trio Mocotó (1971)
24. Samba Pra Vinícius - Vinícius & Toquinho (1973)

St. Julian Samba Showdown 2 by J Thyme '07 - 224 kbps - 198 mb

St. Julian Samba Showdown 2 by J Thyme '07

01. Bobeira - Edson Frederico (1975)
02. Adivinhação - Sergio Bore (1981)
03. Vou Correr - Manoel Conceição (Mão De Vaca) (1975)
04. Qual E? - Djavan (1973)
05. Tema De Azambuja - Azambuja & Cia. (Conjunto Aiymuth) (1975)
06. Balanca Povo - Martinho Da Vila (1972)
07. Guardei Minha Viola - Paulinho da Viola (1972)
08. Quem Tem Carinho Me Leva - Giovana (1975)
09. Eu Bebo Sim - Golden Boys (1973)
10. Quem Vem La - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1971)
11. Se E Questao De Deus Ate Logo - Tamba Trio (1974)
12. Cidad„o da Mata - Baiano E Os Novos Caetanos (1974)
13. Bala Com Bala - João Bosco (1973)
14. Sandalia De Prata - Johnny Alf (1973)
15. Promessa De Pescador - Papete (1975)
16. Gago Apaixonado - Cravo E Canela (1977)
17. O Orvalho Vem Caindo - Carlos Lyra & Verônica Sabino (1991)
18. Boi Da Cara Preta (Eneida, Amor e Fantasia) - Brasilian Singers (1974)
19. O Comeco Da Festa - Luiz Gonzaga Jr. (1975)
20. Dama Da Noite - João Nogueira (1979)
21. Balanco Do Violao - Hyldon (1975)
22. Do Lado Direito Da Rua Direita - Os Originais Do Samba (1972)
23. É isso Aí - Dóris Monteiro (1971)
24. Tereza Guerreira - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1973)

I leave a few clues here for my DJ friends. When you see an LP cover appear again & again over several volumes of these mixes, then you can rest assured that the LP is a strong one. An example would be, Geraldo Filme [1980 Estúdio Eldorado]. This LP is all over my 12 volumes. A Masterpiece in every way!
The other key thing is repeats on artists over several mixes. A few names on repeat are João Bosco, Antônio Carlos & Jocafi, João Nogueira, Dóris Monteiro, Martinho Da Vila, Emilio Santiago, Candeia, Os Originais Do Samba, Paulinho Da Viola, etc, etc.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 3 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 199 mb

My favorite thing to do when I've just done it, is to do it again. Here's to doin' it again & again & again. Brasil is one of the most fertile musical areas on this here Earth. May these comps be the PROOF that this music is endlessly enjoyable & highly spinable. Bravo to the infinite bliss that is the music of South America! Enjoy.
St. Julian Samba Showdown 3 by J Thyme '07

01. Afina O Meu Violao - Emilio Santiago (1978)
02. Segure Tudo - Martinho Da Vila (1971)
03. O Babulina - Dominguinhos (1976)
04. Nago - Trio Mocotó (1971)
05. Dia De Azar - João Nogueira (1979)
06. Dona Da Casa Boa Noite - Noite Ilustrada (1976)
07. Pra Que Tanta Explicao - Téca & Ricardo (1976)
08. Os Caras Querem - Wilson Das Neves E Conjunto (1976)
09. Figa De Guiné - Anamaria & Mauricio (1973)
10. Nega Dina - Nara Leão (1965)
11. As Pastorinhas - Morais Moreira (1991)
12. Baton Cereja - Abaetê (1977)
13. Na Cara Desse Cara - Zeca Do Trombone & Roberto Sax (1976)
14. Roendo As Unhas - Paulinho Da Viola (1973)
15. Solidao - Dóris Monteiro (1981)
16. Pirim Pim Pim - Paulo Diniz (1974)
17. Irmaos Coragem - Som Tres (1970)
18. François - Som Nosso (1977)
19. Dona Da Casa - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1973)
20. Capoeira Poeira - Cravo E Canela (1977)
21. Uma Sombra Na Estrada - Trio Ternura (1971)
22. Agua De Coco - Papete (1975)
23. Malandro Velho - Seginho Meriti (1981)
24. Moeda Quebrada - Leilão - Miltinho (1969)

File Under: MPB / Samba

P.S. May we from other lands come to respect the GREATNESS that is the music of sunny Brasil.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 4 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 172 mb

This outpouring could only be conceived of in the spirit of love. Some things are not created with money as a goal. I just really like this movement & enjoy lining up some key tracks for optimal listening enjoyment. I hope you're enjoying the celebration of song as presented here?

St. Julian Samba Showdown 4 by J Thyme '07

01. Chula Louca - Luis Vagner Lopes (1974)
02. Mirandolina - Burnier & Cartier (1974)
03. Eu Vou De Banda - Dominguinhos (1977)
04. Na Passarela - Zeca Do Trombone & Roberto Sax (1976)
05. Em Cima Daquele Morro - Arnaud Rodrigues (1976)
06. Silêncio no Bexiga - Geraldo Filme (1980)
07. Xuxu Melão - Trio Mocotó (1975)
08. O Maestro e o Arquiteto - Abaetê (1977)
09. Canta Canta, Minha Gente - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
10. Ameriqueiro - Baiano E Os Novos Caetanos (1975)
11. Quem Sabe O Amanha - João Só (1971)
12. Gago Apaixonado - João Nogueira (1974)
13. A Volta Do Ponteiro - Os Originais Do Samba (1972)
14. Estou Chegando Agora - Wilson Das Neves E Conjunto (1976)
15. Par Ou Impar - César Costa Filho (1977)
16. Se Quiser Valer - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1971)
17. Batucada Do Mané - Manoel Conceição (1975)
18. Saudações - Johnny Alf (1974)
19. Ninguém Dá O Que Nao Tem - Claudia (1968)
20. Para-Raio - Djavan (1976)
21. Argumento - Paulinho da Viola (1975)
22. Maita - Giovana (1975)
23. O Plebeu - Jorge Ben (1975)
24. Dia De Festa - Sapoty da Mangueira (1975)

P.S. I'd like to think of what I'm doing with this series as a kind of reporting. There's a very good story over here in Brasil in the 70's. The art of recording is through the roof. These kids over here are no joke. The art of mic-ing & tape saturation & mastering is high, high art! Combine that with perhaps one of the most developed rhythm sections & melodic craft fused to masterful arranging & engineering & you've got "A Golden Age". There's a fantastic story here & I'd like very much to report on what I'm seeing here, 'coz it's great! I hope you agree?

St. Julian Samba Showdown 5 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 189 mb

Samba-heads get off your ass & dance all over your Mother. She prefers that to war. Perhaps one day Earth will be known as a planet of love just like our sister planet Venus, but we'll have to LOVE towards that GOAL. OK?
St. Julian Samba Showdown 5 by J Thyme '07

01. Uma Rosa Com Amor - Marcos Moran e Samba Som 7 (1973)
02. Teresa (CORRIDA DO OURO) - Betinho (1974)
03. Selva de Feras - Baiano E Os Novos Caetanos (1974)
04. O Poste Da Rua Jorge De Lima - Azambuja & Cia. (1975)
05. Terceiro Ato (Romance Teatral) - Antonio Carlos E Jocafi (1975)
06. Quantas Lágrimas - Cristina Buarque (1974)
07. Juventude Transvida - Luiz Melodia (1976)
08. Mercado São José - Arnaud Rodrigues (1976)
09. Verde Que Te Quero Rosa - Cartola (1977)
10. Pensar Pra Que - Bebeto (1975)
11. Samba De Amigo - Amado Maita (1972)
12. Estatutos Da Gafieira - Cravo E Canela (1977)
13. Conde - Miltinho (1969)
14. Papo Furado - Airto (1970)
15. Adeus Ceará - Téo Azevedo (1974)
16. De Noite, Na Cama - Erasmo Carlos (1971)
17. Santeiro - Wilson Das Neves E Conjunto (1976)
18. Tchuna Marucaiaô - Os Originais Do Samba (1972)
19. Nação - Clara Nunes (1982)
20. Escadas da Penha - João Bosco (1975)
21. Socorro! - O Grupo (1971)
22. Quero Alegria - Emilio Santiago (1975)
23. Numa Esquina De Hanoi - Djavan (1978)
24. Onda Natureza - Bedeu (1983)

P.S. To fully understand a thing would allow one to fully convey what it is that they're perceiving & fully articulate with joy & passion that thing with the greatest of ease. I hope a sense of that is felt with this page & these compilations.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 6 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 190 mb

"HELP", I've been taken hostage by this music called SAMBA. Worst things have happened though. Plus, I'm a willing captive.
You're maybe thinking, "Can he surprise us with more delectable goodies?" Well, just when you thought I couldn't surprise you anymore, I'm gonna drop one on 'ya...ha ha. Also, these 6 volumes equal 144 songs & 7 hours of music. If anyone is looking for a HIGHLY SPIRITED DJ, I'm for hire anywhere on planet E & yes, I'll play your Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Come on Mom & Dad & treat your special 13 year old to a Samba bash.


St. Julian Samba Showdown 6 by J Thyme '07

01. Doca - Trio Mocotó (1975)
02. Espelho - João Nogueira (1977)
03. Ritual - Leci Brandão (1976)
04. Vermelho, Azul E Branco - Os Originais Do Samba (1975)
05. Para De Chorar A Toa - Giovana (1975)
06. Marejou - Martinho Da Vila (1972)
07. Mulher De Malandro - Geraldo Filme (1980)
08. Deixe Que E Dengo Dela - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1973)
09. Minha Illusao - Dominguinhos (1976)
10. Maria Madalena da Portela - Candeia (1977)
11. Perdoa - Paulinho da Viola (1977)
12. Pra Que Dinheiro - Jair Rodriguez (1969)
13. Disse Me Disse - Manoel Conceição (1975)
14. Cabra Criada - João Bosco (1979)
15. Estrada De Canindé - Odair Cabeça De Poeta & Grupo Capote (1975)
16. Frevo Mulher - Amelinha (1978)
17. Se Você Quiser - Ed Lincoln (1971)
18. Morre O Burro, Fica O Homem - Osmar Milito (1973)
19. Subindo O Espigao - Betinho (1974)
20. Minha Bahia Quero Ver - João Só (1971)
21. Ventos De Junho - Emilio Santiago (1978)
22. Pra Que Brigar - Grupo Manifesto (1968)
23. Fato Consumado - Djavan (1976)
24. Pois E, Sei La - Abilio Manoel (1970)

St. Julian Samba Showdown 7 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 187 mb

Some things are just ready to happen & so they do. I present this volume in keeping with the flow of energy of the season...Spring! So here's to Spring as it becomes Summer. Since Spring is the time of year when everything is in bloom, I present yet another bouquet of musical pickings. I will beg off with continuity from volume to volume, but ask that you consider these a roundup of some of the better tracks from that era "The '70's". I do my very best to make sure each volume is full of surprises. I hope you say after listening to this, "Boy, where did he find that one?". Let's see, or should I say "Let's hear". Wishing massive Sambas to your Summer or if you're in Brasil, Winter. Enjoy!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 7 by J Thyme '07

01. Turbilhão - Toquinho & Vinícius (1975)
02. Minha Esquina - Emilo Santiago (1977)
03. Bom Dia, Boa Tarde, Boa Noite, Amor - MPB-4 (1972)
04. Amor De Doia Anos - João Nogueira (1979)
05. Disse Me Disse - Orlandivo (1976)
06. Porta Aberta - Eduardo e Silvinha Araújo (1981)
07. Yndaya-E - Chico Batera (1979)
08. Que Pelicula - Nonato Buzar (1970)
09. Coisa De Louco - Wilson Simonal (1975)
10. Eu Reu Me Condeno - Helio Matheus (1973)
11. Morena - Roberto Nascimento (1975)
12. Menina, Voce Tem Muito Que Aprender - Silvio Cesar (1971)
13. So Pra Chatear - Pedrinho Rodriques E Os Nacionais (1973)
14. Tenho Sede - Dominguinhos (1976)
15. Preta-Porter De Tafetá - João Bosco (1984)
16. Visco De Jaca - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
17. Acedito Sim - Noriel Vilela (1968)
18. Saudade e Flores - Os Originais do Samba (1974)
19. Maria Bela, Maria Feia - Leci Brandão (1976)
20. Samba Portador Da Alegria - Sapoty da Mangueira (1975)
21. Dendalei - Baiano E Os Novos Caetanos (1974)
22. A Hora E Essa - Célia (1972)
23. Não Peça Perdão - Tom & Dito (1971)
24. Capoeira do Arnaldo - Luiz Carlos Parana (1967)

P.S. A special thank you to Zecalouro @ Lorinox blogspot & SABADABADA blogspot for their contributions to this volume & of course Greg Cas.
If there was ever any doubt about the STRENGTHS of the SAMBA SCENE, let those ghosts be guided back towards the light of CLARITY. I wave my hand & ask that all mystery be transformed into the beautiful truth of Earths rightful place of dance ecstasy.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 8 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 173 mb

Good Budd "J" on the decks today! Anyone care to party?
Step here & let's BOOGIE to a few.
24 more quick looks & listens with our funky, languid friends south of the equator & Yes, you can have a love affair with a country. This is the proof!! I wanna hear some WHOOPS & HOLLAS or else I'll have to try to rock you a bit harder. OK?


St. Julian Samba Showdown 8 by J Thyme '07

01. David - Célia (1971)
02. Europanema - Burnier & Cartier (1974)
03. Reflexos - Quinteto Villa-Lobos & Luizinho Eça (1972)
04. Iboru Iboya - Cravo E Canela (1977)
05. Neblina - Ed Lincoln (1971)
06. Não Nasci Pra Jogador - Betinho (1972)
07. Quem Vai Querer - Eliana Pittman (1977)
08. Partido Rico - João Nogueira (1974)
09. Deixa Pra La - Leci Brandão ( 1976)
10. Profissionalismo E Isso Ai - João Bosco (1980)
11. Estácio, Eu E Você - Luiz Melodia (1973)
12. Glorioso Santo Antonio - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1973)
13. Homenagem Ao Malandro - Emilio Santiago (1979)
14. Se Você Quiser Mas Sem Bronquear - Golden Boys (1970)
15. O Meu Violão - Trio Mocotó (1975)
16. Nao Adianta - Lenny Andrade (1973)
17. Estou Dez Anos Atrasado - Edgar E Os Tais (1970)
18. Filhos De Zambi - Trio Ternura (1974)
19. Seca Brava - Eduardo Araújo (1972)
20. Andei - Airto (1970)
21. Lá Se Foi A Imagem Do Bom Crio - Dóris Monteiro (1973)
22. Olha O Pedagio - Luis Vagner Lopes (1974)
23. Oui, Je Suis Heurese - Tuca (1974)
24. Dose Pra Leao - Osmar Milito (1973)

P.S. Here's the tally.
8 volumes = 192 songs = 9 & a half hours of music.
That's a nice party!
Also, My Samba Showdowns are my SPIRITUAL ESSENCE.
Harmony, Beauty & Joy endlessly extended to ALL. All are my family, not just a few people.
I live on Earth with EVERYBODY, not just a select few.
My Mixes are my heart's wish for JOY on this Earth extended to all who tune into my heart's FLIGHT.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 9 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 187 mb

I present these nine volumes in the hope of giving the whole world a wonderful focused look at the music of Brasil in the 70's. A fantastic time for music when so many lovely styles are being composed & recorded with the greatest care & respect for the EAR. Here's to your EAR. Enjoy!


St. Julian Samba Showdown 9 by J Thyme '07

01. A Barra E Uma So - Abaetê (1977)
02. Tiê - Agora E Samba (1974)
03. Ponta Negra - Beto Guedes / Danilo Caymmi / Novelli / Toninho Horta (1973)
04. Pintura Sem Arte - Candeia (1978)
05. A Hora E Essa - Célia (1972)
06. As Pastoras - César Costa Filho (1977)
07. Adeus Maria Fulo - Claudette Soares (1974)
08. Baiao Violado - Dominguinhos (1976)
09. Tô Chegando Ja Cheguei - Eliana Pittman (1974)
10. Rio Carnaval Dos Caravais - Elza Soares (1972)
11. E Hora - Emilo Santiago (1977)
12. Songa Monga - Free Son (1971)
13. A Morte Do Chico Preto - Geraldo Filme (1980)
14. Parati - João Bosco (1979)
15. Estrela Miuda - João Do Vale (1981)
16. Samba Rubro-Negro - João Nogueira (1979)
17. Danca do Bole Bole - João Roberto Kelly (1977)
18. Oxum - Johnny Alf (1978)
19. A Flor E O Samba - Martinho Da Vila (1971)
20. Cabeca Que Nao Tem Juizo - Os Originais do Samba (1974)
21. Jurar Com Lagrimas - Paulinho Da Viola (1970)
22. Nosso Encontro - Sivuca (1979)
23. Capim Barba De Bode - Tom & Dito (1971)
24. Paciencia - Trama (1973)

P.S. I always feel a little sad at the end of one of these visits with friends. It's always so sad to see them go, but they leave such happy memories that it's always a pleasure to come back & visit them again. Cheers!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 10 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 173 mb

Well, here we go again. As soon as I can sort through some albums, I'm ready to just line up those fantastic tracks for maximum enjoyment. Please remember that I'm here to entertain myself firstly. I just like to share my studies with those who happen to be going this way too. Enjoy the journey & remember to thank your tour guide...ME & yourself for being so adventurous. Would someone please pass the suntan lotion?


St. Julian Samba Showdown 10 by J Thyme '07

01. Toalha Da Saudade - Batatinha (1976)
02. Vou Partir - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
03. Lamento da Lavadeira - Pedrinho Rodriques E Os Nacionais (1973)
04. Quem é Do Mar Não Enjoa - Mané do Cavaco (1973)
05. História Da Capoeira - Geraldo Filme (1980)
06. Acalentava - Candeia (1975)
07. Mulher Ingrata - Os Originais Do Samba (1975)
08. Pelo Telefone - Os Cinco Crioulos (1967)
09. Maioria Sem Nenhum - Paulinho da Viola & Elton Medeiros (1968)
10. Disfarça e Chora - Cartola (1974)
11. Leonor - Rildo Hora (1971)
12. Não Vem - Nelson, Candeia, Guilherme e Elton (1977)
13. Dente Por Dente - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
14. Volta Por Cima - Noite Ilustrada (1976)
15. Martin Cererê - Ze Catimba & Brasil Ritmo (1972)
16. Agarre Seu Homem - Silvio Cesar (1977)
17. Nem De Ouro, Nem De Lama - Claudette Soares (1974)
18. Lanterna - Carlos Lyra (1974)
19. Kaáuada - Marku Ribas (1976)
20. Galope - Luiz Gonzaga Jr. (1974)
21. Se Não Souber Dizer - Bezerra da Silva (1976)
22. Baiana - Ely Camargo (1974)
23. Cacude, Cacunda - Noriel Vilela (1968)
24. Espere Oh Nega - João Nogueira (1977)

P.S. One of the reason I enjoying creating these compilations is to prove to myself my hearts ability to keep expanding & growing. It is an exercise in atunement & heart awareness. Oh & remember that gifts are to be shared & not hoarded. My gift to myself & you.
Let me add, this sounds really nice with headphones. Please listen for the panning on some of these tracks. My friends who enjoy the CUICA will be very happy with the selections here!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 11 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 170 mb

Here's another tally. 264 songs & 13 hours of music. Now that's getting into the Carnival spirit! I dare 'ya to play all 11 volumes at once. Cheers!


St. Julian Samba Showdown 11 by J Thyme '07

01. Canto Sul - Abaetê (1977)
02. História de Pescador - Alcione (1975)
03. Fraqueza - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1974)
04. Perereca - Baiano E Os Novos Caetanos (1975)
05. Hora Da Razo - Batatinha (1976)
06. Deixa Mudar - Burnier & Cartier (1974)
07. Vai Pro Lado De Lá - Candeia (1971)
08. Massa Falida - César Costa Filho (1975)
09. Pecadora - Conjunto a Voz do Morro (1965)
10. Preco De Cada Um - Cravo E Canela (1977)
11. Eles Querem Amar - Claudette Soares (1975)
12. Destino Traquino - Dominguinhos (1976)
13. Trocando Em Miudos - Emilio Santiago (1979)
14. Nem é Bom Falar / Adeus - Ismael Silva (1973)
15. Em Nome Da Lua, Da Mulata E Do Samba - Jair Rodriguez (1969)
16. La Tres De La Manana - Jayme Marques (1977)
17. Pot-Pourri De Partido Alto - Jorginho do Império (1975)
18. Patrão, Prenda O Seu Gado - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
19. Rei Vadio - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
20. Tudo Azul n'América Do Sul - Os Bichos (1971)
21. As "Moca" - Osmar Milito e Trama (1973)
22. Madeira De Lei - Sonia Santos (1975)
23. Marina - Synval Silva (1973)
24. Calangueando - Téo Azevedo (1974)

P.S. A big thank you to all the Samba Blogs out there who made this volume possible & thank you Greg!
The big surprise for me on this volume is Track 08. "Massa Falida" by César Costa Filho. Amazing cut!
One last thing, this is my thesis on Samba & I'm gonna grade myself on this paper. 5 stars!
Stay tuned for volume 12.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 12 by J Thyme '07 - 320 kbps - 174 mb

St. Julian Samba Showdown 12 by J Thyme '07

01. Cabeça Feita - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
02. Confidências De Um Sambista - Os Originais Do Samba (1975)
03. Samba De Orly - Chico Buarque (1973)
04. Festa Do Bonfim - Pery Ribeiro (1979)
05. Maré Mansa - Eliana Pittman (1974)
06. Só Não Viu Quem Não Ficou - Cyro Aguiar (1975)
07. O Saci-Pererê - Rildo Hora (1971)
08. Tristeza Do Sambista - Geraldo Filme (1980)
09. Antes Ele Do Que Eu - Beth Carvalho (1976)
10. Moro Na Roca - Pedrinho Rodrigues e Os Nacionais (1972)
11. Muito Amor E Liberdade - Bebeto (1975)
12. Conselhos De Vadio - Candeia (1975)
13. A Rosa - Trio Mocotó (1975)
14. Berimbau Amarelo - Sonia Santos (1975)
15. Se você jurar / Para me livrar do mal - Ismael Silva (1973)
16. Mas Que Doidice - Dóris Monteiro (1971)
17. Babá De luxo - Batatinha (1976)
18. Serrado - Celeste (1978)
19. Só Tem Lugar Pra Você - Burnier & Cartier (1974)
20. Epitafio Deum Sambista - Leci Brandão (1976)
21. Não Sou Valente - Bezerra da Silva (1976)
22. Perder e Ganhar - Paulinho da Viola (1971)
23. Enganadora - Monarco (1976)
24. Io Io - João Nogueira (1979)

P.S. Thank you great spirit for co-creating these with me! These mixes are my psychic bridge between North America & South America. The building is complete...dance across to Nirvana.
A big, big thank you to all my friends online who made this volume possible. Teamwork! A nice network of Sambistas at work making this possible. Bravo to all you collectors out there!
I'll add also that the RARITY of these LP's & these mixes borders on the MIRACULOUS!!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 13 by J Thyme '08 - 320 kbps - 174 mb

I'll ask you to consider the rarity of the material that I have to work with. The 70's is a "Finite" era! Let's look at these selections instead as an experiment in continuity. I'll be truthful here by saying that I didn't think I could make another volume. With "Spirit" all things are possible. Thank you "Great Spirit" for working through me. I hope you enjoy this 13th installment of the series. Also, the intention of this series is not a "DANCE MIX", but a very nice look at some key albums of the 70's MPB/Samba scene. An experiment in continuity. OK?


St. Julian Samba Showdown 13 by J Thyme '08

01. Clube Do Samba - João Nogueira (1983)
02. Pra Bater Minha Viola - Elton Medeiros (1973)
03. Mais Do Que Eu - Elza Soares (1972)
04. Juizo Final - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
05. Alegria Perdida - Yôyô De Yáyá - Candeia (1975)
06. Esta Com Raiva - João Roberto Kelly (1974)
07. Ser Mulher (Amelia De Verdade) - Leci Brandão (1976)
08. Paisagem - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
09. Abrigo de Vagabundos - Adoniran Barbosa (1974)
10. Morte Do Amor - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1971)
11. Crioulo Sambista - Synval Silva (1973)
12. Calango Do Seo Tiburcio - Os Originais do Samba (1975)
13. Deixa O Carnaval Passar - Jorginho do Império (1975)
14. Orgulho De Bom Sambista - Johnny Alf (1978)
15. Que Nega É Essa - Trio Mocotó (1975)
16. Crítica - Cyro Aguiar (1975)
17. Amor Em Jacuma - Cravo E Canela (1977)
18. Tribo De Carajás (Aruanã Açu) - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
19. Amor Dos Outros - Giovana (1975)
20. Vou Chegando - Riachão (1973)
21. Carnaval Nao Envelhece - Jair Rodrigues (1973)
22. Branco De Paz - Dora Lopes (1974)
23. Tradição (Vai No Bexiga Pra Ver) - Geraldo Filme (1980)
24. Antonico - Ismael Silva (1973)

P.S. There's a name for people who like this series...Brasil Nuts!
This volume was made possible through listener feedback. Thank you Arnaud for your "Vision".
Also, they say 13 is "unlucky". I'd say this one is a "Lucky 13". The chance of 24 of these gems lined up in a row is "Pure Luck".

St. Julian Samba Showdown 14 by J Thyme '08 - 320 kbps - 188 mb

I want you to know more then anything when you hear this series what God's love feels like, because that's how I feel when I listen to these. VERY LOVED BY EARTH & THE UNIVERSE! Enjoy!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 14 by J Thyme '08

01. Salario Minimo - Hemani De Alvarenga (1976)
02. Se Você Quiser - Beth Carvalho (1976)
03. Resolução - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
04. Pra Quà Ficar - Angela Maria (1975)
05. Chove E Não Molha - Elton Medeiros (1977)
06. Amor Perfeito - Elza Soares (1972)
07. Me Diga Teu Nome / Boa Viagem - Ismael Silva (1973)
08. Me Chamo João Só - João Só (1971)
09. Rola Bola - Emilio Santiago (1979)
10. Maos Libertas - Leci Brandão (1976)
11. Benedita - Jorginho do Império (1975)
12. Canto Da Sereia - Claudia Regina (1973)
13. Hippie de Botique - João Roberto Kelly (1974)
14. Iilha De Maré - Alcione (1977)
15. A Sorte do Benedito - Batatinha (1976)
16. Voltei - (Wilson Bombeiro e Anézio) Minha Portela Querida (1972)
17. Garoto De Pobre - Geraldo Filme (1980)
18. Saudade Do Passado - Mano Cedio da Viola (1976)
19. Sou Mais O Samba - Candeia e Ivone Lara (1977)
20. Fufú - Riachão (1973)
21. O Mar Serenou - Clara Nunes (1975)
22. Prova de Carinho - Adoniran Barbosa (1974)
23. Minha Festa - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
24. Saudades De La - Djalma Dias (1974)

P.S. If I told you that Sky Father Shango/Xangô had bestowed upon me the right to emit lightning bolts from my fingertips, you'd probably think I was crazy. Oh well, but welcome to wonderful mythical world of Candomblé. If I say that I go into trance & become possessed by the dieties when I put these compilations together, then IT IS SO! BOOM!
This page is about magic. Dance Magic! The sound of the Samba Bass drum is the very sound of Shango/Xangô.
"I put a spell on you". That spell? That dance ecstasy may surround you while listening to this mighty procession of the Gods of Heavenly song & dance!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 15 by J Thyme '08 - 320 kbps - 172 mb

Hi friends. Well, the blooming season unfolds for us with yet another musical bouquet & perhaps the final installment of the Saint Julian Samba Showdown series. I'll ask that you NOT pardon the ever returning cast of artists who've become the "Norm" around here. I lay these out as if this were a radio broadcast & seek only a sense of continuity with what I present. For those of us who've come to enjoy this series, may volume 15 live up to the overall quality of the proceedings presented in previous issues. It has been been my greatest pleasure to be a guide of sorts, even though I can not get my tongue around that beautiful, exotic Portuguese to speak it. Oh well, my heart is in it. To spring & in my book, that's Aires, Taurus & Gemini. I'm a Taurus & this series is presented by a "Child Of The Spring" To others of this season. Cheers!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 15 by J Thyme '08

01. Clara De Ovo - Duduca (1976)
02. Escasseia - Beth Carvalho (1981)
03. Agua No Feijao - Jorginho do Império (1976)
04. Vem Mais Devagar - Elton Medeiros (1973)
05. Do Jeito Que o Rei Mandou - Brasilian Singers (1974)
06. Suplica - João Nogueira (1979)
07. Não Quero Entrar - Adoniran Barbosa (1975)
08. Fora Do Meu Samba - Batatinha (1976)
09. Certeza - Jair Rodrigues (1973)
10. Descarrego - Emilo Santiago (1979)
11. Pisa Nesse Chao Com Forca - Giovana (1975)
12. Paz - (Ivancué) Minha Portela Querida (1972)
13. Yaô - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
14. Uma Praça E Você - Os Originais do Samba (1971)
15. Renascer Das Cinzas - Martinho Da Vila (1974)
16. Sindorere - Clara Nunes (1974)
17. Feliz E Quem Sabe Esperar - Noel Rosa de Oliveria (1976)
18. Aruandê - Alcione (1975)
19. Sinha Dona De Casa - Candeia (1975)
20. Até Amanhã - Riachão (1973)
21. Quando Vim De Minas - Xangô Da Mangueira (1972)
22. Sambista Apaixonado - Noite Ilustrada (1976)
23. Mulher Sem Alma - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
24. Cafune - Téca & Ricardo (1976)

St. Julian Samba Showdown 16 by J Thyme '08 - 320 kbps - 177 mb

Hey everybody! Well, it's that birthday time of the year for me & I feel like opening my first gift. So here it is & I'm overjoyed to have onlookers to share it with it. Why stop at 18 hours of Samba when the true carnival spirit would surely be more like 19 or 20. Right? Those of us who live in regions where that darn sun just won't seem to come out, then this installment of the series will be for some like the VERY SUN ITSELF. I drop these volumes because this is truly my tempo & yes, I live my life in a carnival line...HEY! Happy birthday to me! I hope you enjoy my gift?
P.S. If you happen to be listening to this in public transit, please let out a big smile to the world. It's always ever so welcomed! Peace onto the soul of humanity & I not only mean it, but I kind it too. Quero Alegria (I Want Joy)
Thank you Greg & Moos & Zeca & all of my buddies online who added to the proceedings herein. We rock.
One last thing. About that Giovana. When you're mining, we don't leave nuggets behind when we find the MOTHERLOAD.
So if Giovana was on my baseball team, she would certainly be MOST VALUABLE PLAYER! Geraldo Filme & those BADASS MOFOs Candeia & Nadinho Da Ilha too.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 16 by J Thyme '08

01. A Lua E O Mar - Jorginho do Império (1976)
02. Seu Rio, Meu Mar - Alcione (1978)
03. Tive Sim - Cartola (1974)
04. Sirie - Sapoty da Mangueira (1975)
05. Um Certo Dia Para 21 - Paulinho da Viola [Minha Portela Querida] (1972)
06. Só Chora Quem Ama - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
07. Quero Alegria - Beth Carvalho (1976)
08. Concurso Para Enfarte - Oswaldo dos Santos (1976)
09. Produto Nacional - Samba 4 (1974)
10. Cresca E Apareca - Os Originais do Samba (1975)
11. Um Frevo Novo - Brazilian Singers (1973)
12. Notícia - Nelson Cavaquinho (1977)
13. Não Tem Jeito Que Dê Jeito - Dominguinhos (1977)
14. Fittipaldiando - Nonato E Seu Conjunto (1974)
15. Meu Dinheiro Nao Da - Candeia e Catoni [Minha Portela Querida] (1972)
16. E Por Aqui - Walter Rosa (1976)
17. No Morro Da Casa Verde - Adoniran Barbosa (1975)
18. Fonte Da Bica - Cyro Aguiar (1975)
19. Cada Macaco No Seu Galho - Riachão (1973)
20. Brigaram pra Valer - Os Cinco Crioulos (1967)
21. Maria Rita - João Nogueira (1978)
22. Mineira - Giovana (1975)
23. Desafio - Ary Araujo (1975)
24. Santas Almas Benditas - Leci Brandão (1978)

That last track - Santas Almas Benditas by Leci Brandão has one of the most bizarre uses of Samba bass drum placement. It's playing in the opposite timing in an off-beat. Let's see who's paying attention?
Somewhere within this series is a story of FLOW. If you've flowed this far then thank you to those of us who flow with this procession.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 17 by J Thyme '08 - 320 kbps - 188 mb

Hey Everybody! Good budd "J" on the selector once again. As long as I can find 24 yummy goodies to place in an installment, then we're gonna keep it keepin' on. Those friends of this Samba-hotspot who were around last year at this time will remember that I love to drop one as the seasons change. So here's to summer! The biggest thank you to those DJ's who contributed to the success of this series. Thank you Greg for the tip on the Odair Cabeça De Poeta & Grupo Capote track "Isso E Bonito" & the Sonia Lemos & the Nonato E Seu Conjunto additions to this issue. DJ Moos sends massive hugs to this volume with the Beth Carvalho, Jorginho do Império, Clara Nunes & the Pedrinho Rodrigues e os Nacionais, as well as the tip on the Maria Creuza. Thanks Moos.
As always, big love to Loronix, Toque Musical, Abracadabra - LPs Do Brasil, Acervo Origens, Capsula da Cultura, Na Onda Do Samba-Rock, Som Barato & Quimsy's Mumbo Jumbo for their support in making this miracle of broadcasting a reality. The truth of this compilation series is that it is a major co-creation with Samba lovers world-wide. May we who get our groove on with the Godly procession of the heavenly messengers of song & dance be delighted by the proceeding herein. Big hugs, Jus

St. Julian Samba Showdown 17 by J Thyme '08

01. Visual - Beth Carvalho (1978)
02. Assim É Demais - Jorginho do Império (1976)
03. Seca Do Nordeste - Clara Nunes (1972)
04. Não Chora Meu Amor - Pedrinho Rodrigues e os Nacionais (1973)
05. Bambeia - Sonia Lemos (1976)
06. Isso E Bonito - Odair Cabeça De Poeta & Grupo Capote (1976)
07. Ilu Aye - (Cabana e Norival Reis) Minha Portela Querida (1972)
08. Chega Pra La - Maria Creuza (1976)
09. Espera - Batatinha (1976)
10. Dor De Cotovelo - Nonato E Seu Conjunto (1978)
11. Eu Não Toco Berimbau - Elza Soares (1973)
12. Falador Passa Mal - Os Originais do Samba (1973)
13. Ingratidao - Ismael Silva (1976)
14. Mesa De Bar - Carmem Costa (1973)
15. Visita Triste - Nelson Cavaquinho (1973)
16. O Mundo Encantado De Monteiro Lobato - Os Cinco Crioulos (1967)
17. Ta Chegando A Hora - Nonato Buzar (1975)
18. Oferenda Aos Orixás - Sonia Lemos (1975)
19. Não Chora Meu Amor - (Casquinha) Minha Portela Querida (1972)
20. Era Uma Vez Um Homem E Uma Mulher - Silvio Cesar (1971)
21. Dentro De Vocé - Emilio Santiago (1982)
22. Alerta Geral - Alcione (1978)
23. Vá Cuidar Da Sua Vida - Geraldo Filme (1980)
24. Natureza - Leci Brandão (1978)

P.S. I dedicate this volume to my gracious host Arnaud & his beautiful city Paris for opening its arms to me. Much love!
One more tally. 409 songs = 20 hours of music.

For newer friends of this page who are not familiar with the Samba form, please start with the earlier volumes of this series. They're more of a mix of MPB & Samba. The later issues of this series are leaning more towards the Samba because I feel this genre is a bit under-discovered & it's my aim to highlight this lovely movement just a bit.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 18 by J Thyme '08 - 256 kbps - 152 mb

Well friends, I present my end of Summer post. With these last weeks of Summer here's volume 18 of the Saint Julian Samba Showdown series. If you've not heard the other 17 volumes of this series, then I don't think that this is best place to start. Please try earlier issues of this compilation series first. For those of you who do like the sound of Brasil in the 70's & are ready to continue on with this carnival celebration, then by all means jump aboard. Goodbye Summer & hello to Autumn. If you find yourself missing the warm days of Summer then just throw this on. Enjoy!

St. Julian Samba Showdown 18 by J Thyme '08

01. Girl - Tuca (1974)
02. Fim De Tristeza - Caçulinha (1975)
03. Mon Ami João - Nonato Buzar (1975)
04. A Cor Da Esperanca - Cartola (1979)
05. Faz Tanto Tempo - Renata Lú (1971)
06. Anastácio - Samba Enredo Para Um Sambista Morto - César Costa Filho (1973)
07. Contra Tempo Na Contra Danca - Sonia Lemos (1976)
08. Raiz E Flor - Roberto Ribeiro (1985)
09. Sorriso De Criança - Dona Ivone Lara (1979)
10. Bisavô - Nonato E Seu Conjunto (1974)
11. Exaltacao a Tiradentes - Maria Creuza (1976)
12. Rei Sem Saber - Jorginho do Império (1975)
13. Tenha Fé, Pois Amanhã Um Lindo Dia Vai Nascer - Salinas (1972)
14. Teté Das Lendas Rurais - Arnaud Rodrigues (1976)
15. Vaidosa - Os Magnatas Do Samba (1971)
16. Pelo Amor de Deus - Emilio Santiago (1982)
17. Sob O Mar - Jaime Alem & Nair Candia (1974)
18. Sempre Mangueira - Nelson Cavaquinho (1972)
19. Grande Dor - Os Cinco Crioulos (1968)
20. Tem Dendê - Osmar Milito (1973)
21. Vou Levanto Meu Canto - Os Originais do Samba (1977)
22. A Cor Da Esperança - João Nogueira (1978)
23. Kabaluere - Antônio Carlos & Jocafi (1971)
24. O Mundo Melhor de Pixinguinha - Brasilian Singers (1974)

St. Julian Samba Showdown 19 by J Thyme '09 - 320 kbps - 173 mb

Hey everybody & hope all are enjoying the spring season. Well, here I am again with another volume of the St. Julian Samba Showdown series. This very special post goes out to my buddy in Paris, Arnaud. Happy birthday Arnaud. I start this volume with a favorite artist of Arnaud & myself, Dóris Monteiro. Here is a great example of the the Samba song "Maita" written by Giovana from her LP "Qem Tem Carinho Me Leva" from 1975 performed here in a yummy MPB production by Dóris. This post also goes out to Aline. Thank you for your support Aline. I'm glad some people are as in love with this magnificent form as I am. Let's see if the fans of this series find this installment of the Samba Showdown up to the standard of the genre? To the return of the light which Spring always is! Let's Samba.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 19 by J Thyme '09

01. Maita - Dóris Monteiro (1976)
02. Conversa Fiada - Joãozinho da Pecadora (1972)
03. Até o Dia de São Nunca - Alcione (1975)
04. Eu Sei Portela - João Nogueira (1974)
05. Carnaval - Beth Carvalho (1969)
06. Velhos Tempos - Os Originais Do Samba (1975)
07. O Assunto E Berimbau - Jackson Do Pandeiro & Almira (1964)
08. Três Macaquinhos - Baiano & Os Novos Caetanos (1975)
09. Maristela - Azambuja & CIA (1975)
10. Proteçao - Aparecida (1976)
11. Exaltação A Mangueira-Agora É Cinza-Maracangalha-Cidade Maravilhosa - Manoel Conceição (1975)
12. O Dia Se Zangou - Jovelina Pérola Negra (1986)
13. Lágrima Morena - Roberto Ribeiro (1985)
14. Cantei Só Pra Distrair - Dona Ivone Lara (1979)
15. Charlie Brown - Caçulinha (1975)
16. Samba Da Pà - Elza Soares (1972)
17. Trem Das Onze - Adoniran Barbosa (1974)
18. As Quatro Estacoes Do Ano - Jair Rodrigues (1973)
19. Fim De Papo - Renata Lú (1971)
20. Supermanoela - Betinho (1974)
21. Cantiga De Errante - Regininha e A Turma da Pilantragem (1969)
22. Amor Verdadeiro - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
23. Velho Ateu - Eduardo Gudin (1978)
24. Sonho De Um Carnaval - Alaide Costa (1965)

File Under: Samba/MPB

P.S. I barely managed to squeeze by with a 70 minute CD rip of this. It was 45 seconds over 70 minutes, but will burn as a CD. For those who still use CD's?
My goal here with this series is to reveal all tracks & the LP's that they come from & completely show these albums off by dipping back to key albums & highlighting them in a round-up. I seek a sense of continuity from volume to volume. As I've said before, that I consider this a type of reporting. I'm just here to take a good focused look at the 70's in Brasil.
Also, the original version of "Maita" by Giovana can be found on volume 4 of the Showdown series.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 20 by J Thyme '09 - 320 kbps - 164 mb

Well folks, here's the 20th installment of the Samba Showdown series. I know that there's only a few die-hard fans of this series, so this post is for us I guess? I'm going to let the newer fans of Samba & MPB catch up with those of us who can easily listen to this glorious musical form endlessly. Should I see the list of listener feedback increase in the coming months, then I might be able to squeeze another volume out of my collection. My hope is that your feet will be tapping along with the rhythmic bliss contained on these tracks. I actually see the shining face of God when I hear this happy, upbeat and endlessly delightful music. This is a very heart centered music and I find that it connects me deeply to my heart. Bliss happens at the center! Ahhhhhh.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 20 by J Thyme '09

01. Avenida Fechada - Elton Medeiros (1973)
02. Meus Outros Anos - Sonia Lemos (1975)
03. Caçoeira - Nonato E Seu Conjunto (1974)
04. Cadà Mariza - Leci Brandão (1975)
05. Sonho De Bamba - João Nogueira (1974)
06. Rala Rala - Maria Creuza (1976)
07. Alegria - Ismael Silva (1973)
08. Tristeza Pe No Chao - Clara Nunes (1973)
09. Sou Da Madrugada - Jair Rodrigues (1973)
10. Dia De Graça - Candeia (1978)
11. Eu Vou Sorrir - Iracy Serra (1976)
12. Só Queria Ser Feliz - Beth Carvalho (1975)
13. Mulher, Patrão E Cachaça - Adoniran Barbosa (1975)
14. A Dona Do Primeiro Andar - Os Originais do Samba (1975)
15. Loteca - Cravo E Canela (1977)
16. Bufete E Cascudo - Emilio Santiago (1979)
17. Fica Doido Varrido - Os Cinco Crioulos (1967)
18. Chega De Enganar A Nêga - Betinho (1974)
19. Deixa A Cana Moer - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
20. Tataruê - Giovana (1975)
21. Na Baixa Do Sapateiro - Manoel Conceição (1975)
22. Batuque Feiticeiro - Alcione (1975)
23. O Sol Nascerá - Cartola (1975)
24. Samba Da Legalidade - Nara Leão (1965)

File Under: Samba/MPB

P.S. This post goes out to our friend of this page Greg Caz. Greg happy birthday & thank you so much for all of your guidance & support. You're a Bro'.
Also, I've done my very best to make each of these volume as listenable as possible. This page is my love affair with Brasilian Samba & MPB. I hope I've given you the listener a good idea of how good this genre can be?

St. Julian Samba Showdown 21 by J Thyme '09 - 320 kbps - 168 mb (Reup)

I had issues with the quality of a few tracks & the sequencing, so I re-present volume 21.
A parting gift for fans of this page. I hope you enjoy.
P.S. This is created & shared in the spirit of fun. This is what I listen to & I'm glad that a few others seem to enjoy what I find to be listenable. If I can find another 24 tracks, then I'll be back.
Godbless the person to take on "Musica Popular Brasileira". It is one awesome songbook. I'm giving it my my best effort.

St. Julian Samba Showdown 21 by J Thyme '09

01. Rasgo Seda a Bessa - Paulo Diniz (1973)
02. Banho De Manjericão - Clara Nunes (1979)
03. De Rosas E Coisas Amigas - João Nogueira (1974)
04. Quem Lucrou Fui Eu - Maria Creuza (1976)
05. Reliquias Da Bahia - Pelado da Mangueira (1976)
06. Vingança - Beth Carvalho (1977)
07. Malvina - Adoniran Barbosa (1975)
08. Vivo Isolado Do Mundo - Amor Não É Brinquedo (1978)
09. Vou Levanto Meu Canto - Os Originais do Samba (1977)
10. Vai Ou Não Vai - Martinho da Vila (1977)
11. Eu Hein, Rosa - Dóris Monteiro (1976)
12. Vamos Balançar - Geraldo Filme (1980)
13. Mineiro, Mineiro - Xangô da Mangueira (1982)
14. Marca No Pé - Batatinha (1976)
15. A Cuíca Está Roncando - Caco Velho (1963)
16. Mato Queimado - Exporta Samba (1980)
17. Festa De Rato Não Sobra Queijo - Velha (1975)
18. Conselho De Vadio - Monarco (1980)
19. Assobio - Nadinho Da Ilha (1976)
20. Pressentimento - Elton Medeiros (1973)
21. Filho De Lemanjá - Miltinho (1969)
22. Espera - Alcione (1975)
23. Não Sei O Que é Que Faça - Manezinho Araújo (1974)
24. Cavaleiro Andante - Abilio Manoel (1970)

For me these compilations are like a flower which keeps blooming endlessly.

Burnier & Cartier - Burnier & Cartier [1976 EMI Odeon] 320 kbps - 73 mb (Reup)

I'm reupping this one for a new visitor to this page by the name of Inca Roads. Inca, I'm sure you'll find this as listenable as the first LP by this duo. Beautiful guitar & vocal work by this team and outstanding production by the EMI Odeon studios . Overflowing with fidelity & inventiveness. This spins nicely. Please enjoy the inspired classical/rock/folk/jazz fusion of Burnier & Cartier's second LP. Very, very nice!


File Under: Brasilian Classical Jazz Rock

Burnier & Cartier - Burnier & Cartier [1974 RCA] 320 kbps - 83 mb (Reup)

I love this back photo. These artists are actually looking at musical notation on a page. How refreshing!




I've reuped this one again. I can not get behind this amazing album enough. This duo made only 2 LP's together, this being the first. Once again the engineers at RCA are in peak form with their recording quality, but then again they really have something to work with here. I will mention that Octavio Burnier is the nephew of Luiz Bonfá, as can be noted by the Bonfá compositions & the dedication on the back of the record. This LP is a masterpiece of Pop Fusion. This guitar duo has such magical interplay. Listen carefully to the point/counterpoint work of the playing here. Real Pop craft on this debut. Drawing from the best elements floating around the early 70's Pop landscape. A little "Chicago", a little "Nilson", a little "Seals & Croft", A little "Yes" and a little "Crosby, Stills & Nash" to name a few of the things I hear. God bless the Japanese for remastering & reissuing this GEM. For extra added pleasure, break out the headphones & kick back & enjoy the ride. A great recording! Full of rare brilliance & oozing with fidelity. The tape saturation here is God-like. An amazing recording!

File Under: MPB

P.S. My friends who enjoy early 70's Pop-Rock, don't miss this!
One more look at RCA. I'll use the grading system from "This Is Spinal Tap" & call this one an 11 on a scale of 1 to 10.