Caipirinha Appreciation Society: Brazilian music beyond the clichés

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DJ Dolores and hosts MDC Swingy and Kika Serra launch episode 550 of their Brazilian music podcast that's been defying clichés since 2004.

The episode opens with hosts MDC Swingy and Kika Serra introducing the show's mission to present Brazilian music beyond clichés, active since 2004. They start with Jorge Ben's song 'Bicho do Mato' and mention playing three recent albums: Caixa de França, DJ Dolores, and Arnaldo Antunes. The hosts play a remix by Murilo Muncher and a track by Baobá featuring Ayo Tupinambá. They introduce newcomer Marina Baggio and discuss Roger's song about Frevo not being limited to carnival. DJ Dolores is highlighted for his expertise on Frevo, correcting the hosts' misconception and releasing an educational series. The episode features Annelies Assunção and her father Itamar Assunção's influence, with Guto Beluco setting Itamar's unpublished notes to music. Katia de França is discussed as a militant artist since the 1960s, now gaining popularity with younger listeners through her album 'No Rastro de Catarina'. The hosts play songs from her album, including 'Bosnia' and 'Indecisão'. Arnaldo Antunes is introduced with his new album 'Novo Mundo', noting his history with bands Titãs and Tribalistas and collaborations with David Byrne and Ana Frango Elétrico. The episode includes tracks from Camila Garofalo, Gustavo Cali, and A Última Gangue. It concludes with a playlist summary featuring Joana Terra, The Araras, and André Abujamra, wrapping up the diverse musical journey.

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A lively Brazilian music episode that connects fresh discoveries with family history and musical lineage.

CES 550 frames Brazilian music as something living and connected, not a tour of familiar postcards. MDC Swingy and Kika Serra move from Bicho do Mato to Thiago Romaro's Raro Reparo featuring Laia, then draw a clear thread through Annelise Assuncao, Itamar Assuncao, Guto Beluco's…

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You get a half-hour dose of Brazilian music beyond the cliches, with Bicho do Mato up front and a stop at songs shaped from Itamar Assuncao's unpublished material.

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