Lo Borges lp Vinyl Brazil Samba Jazz Soul Funk Tim Maia Jorge Ben gal costa

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Brand new LP. Sealed. Photos are stock images.
Imported from Brazil's POLYSOM DISCOS
NOTE: These LPs have minor corner bumps/creases from import. Please see photos for example. The creases are maybe just over a CM or so. Not huge. See pics. 

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Label: Polysom – 33302-1, Universal Music – 33302-1 Series: Clássicos Em Vinil – 33302-1 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, 180g Country: Brazil Released: 2017 Genre: Jazz, Rock, Latin, Pop Style: MPB, Psychedelic, Alternative Rock A1 Você Fica Melhor Assim Written-By – Tavinho Moura 2:05 A2 Canção Postal Written-By – Ronaldo Bastos 2:12 A3 O Caçador Written-By – Márcio Borges* 1:59 A4 Homem Da Rua 1:58 A5 Não Foi Nada 1:47 A6 Pensa Você 1:26 A7 Fio Da Navalha 2:20 A8 Pra Onde Vai Você? Written-By – Márcio Borges* 0:37 B1 Calibre 1:27 B2 Faça Seu Jogo Written-By – Márcio Borges* 1:43 B3 Não Se Apague Esta Noite Written-By – Márcio Borges* 2:34 B4 Aos Barões 2:33 B5 Como O Machado 1:46 B6 Eu Sou Como Você É 3:02 B7 Toda Essa Água 2:50 Manufactured By – Poly Som Com. e Ind. de Plásticos Ltda. Distributed By – Poly Som Com. e Ind. de Plásticos Ltda. Phonographic Copyright ℗ – EMI Records Written-By – Lô Borges* (tracks: All) 2017 reissue on 180g heavywheight vinyl with original artwork; comes with double sized poster inlay with lyrics on back. Originally released in 1972 on Odeon SMFOB 3742 ℗1972 EMI Records ©2017 Polysom
Lo Borges' self-titled album, Lo Borges (1972), is a landmark Brazilian record known for its distinct blend of Brazilian rock, folk, and MPB (Música Popular Brasileira). Released in the same year as his collaboration with Milton Nascimento on the legendary Clube da Esquina album, Lo Borges explores similar musical territory, combining heartfelt lyricism, acoustic textures, and Brazilian rhythms with psychedelic and progressive rock influences. This album highlights Borges’ introspective songwriting, poetic approach, and knack for creating memorable melodies with a contemporary edge.
Album Overview Release Year: 1972 Genre: MPB, Brazilian Rock, Psychedelic Folk Collaborations: Lo Borges worked alongside members of the Clube da Esquina collective, which included Milton Nascimento, Beto Guedes, and other prominent Brazilian musicians. The album was recorded in the creative atmosphere that followed Clube da Esquina, deepening the collective’s influence on MPB and solidifying Borges’ role as a leading voice within the genre. Musical Style and Themes Lo Borges is marked by intricate guitar work, introspective lyrics, and melodic richness. Tracks on the album range from soft, acoustic ballads to more experimental pieces with psychedelic undertones. Lyrically, Borges explores themes of love, self-reflection, and the search for identity, often in poetic and metaphorical language. The record embodies a contemplative mood, pulling listeners into its introspective, dreamy world, with Brazilian folk influences woven throughout.
Notable Tracks "Você Fica Bem Melhor Assim" – A highlight of the album, this track features smooth guitar lines and harmonized vocals, blending a serene melody with Borges' thoughtful lyricism. "Calibre" – With its relaxed groove and gentle rhythms, "Calibre" exemplifies Borges’ melodic sensibility and the album’s introspective mood. "O Caçador" – A standout track that pairs storytelling with an ethereal, almost haunting musical backdrop, showcasing Borges’ ability to evoke deep emotion. "Toda Essa Água" – With its contemplative lyrics and soft instrumentation, this track encapsulates the atmospheric feel of the album. Legacy and Influence Though it was initially overshadowed by Clube da Esquina, Lo Borges has gained recognition over the years as a masterpiece of Brazilian music, highly regarded for its artistry and emotional depth. The album’s mix of rock, folk, and MPB influences left a lasting impact on Brazilian rock and MPB, inspiring countless artists with its unique blend of introspection and musical sophistication.
50 Similar Artists Milton Nascimento Beto Guedes Flávio Venturini Toninho Horta 14 Bis Lô Borges Clube da Esquina collective Geraldo Azevedo Alceu Valença Geraldo Vandré João Bosco Marcos Valle Djavan Caetano Veloso Gilberto Gil Elis Regina Sérgio Sampaio Ivan Lins Jards Macalé Edu Lobo Hermeto Pascoal Egberto Gismonti Os Mutantes A Cor do Som Zé Ramalho Belchior Luiz Melodia Dominguinhos Egberto Gismonti Ney Matogrosso Renato Teixeira Vinicius Cantuária Pato Fu Violeta de Outono Nara Leão Joyce Moreno Tim Maia MPB4 Gal Costa Clara Nunes Elba Ramalho Jorge Ben Jor Rita Lee Os Novos Baianos Secos e Molhados Luiz Gonzaga Jr. Arthur Verocai Arnaldo Antunes Zeca Baleiro Lucinha Turnbull This album's introspective style and unique mix of Brazilian influences and Western rock set it apart as a defining work, cementing Lo Borges’ place in the pantheon of influential Brazilian musicians.