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Joyce: The Essential Joyce
Thankfully times have changed and her music is now recognized for it's vibrant and spirited quality. Her lyrics are the words of a strong character, a woman of spirit commenting on the world around her, and her voice is one of brightness and vivacity. It is perhaps strange then that one of her greatest songs "Aldeia de Ogum" is one without words, her voice used instead as an instrument, scatting over an infectious, uplifting and rhythmic marriage between jazz and Brasilian styles. The song was recorded at the peak of her musical freedom, taken from the album "Feminina" the first recording over which she had complete artistic control.
The Essential Joyce is a celebration of her career to date, perfectly compiled by the folks at London record store/label Mr Bongo. Anyone interested in authentic Brasilian songs would be wise to dip into the world of Joyce, you may find you'll stay immersed for quite some time. During her career she has recorded with the likes of Nana Vasconcelos, Nelson Angelo, Sivuca and Egberto Gismonti all of whom appear here. The music is sensuous, joyful, uplifting and guaranteed to bring the sun out on even the wettest of days.
Track Listing
1. Caqui (1970) 2. Nada Sera Como Antes (1970) 3. Adeus Maria Fulo (1970) 4. The Man From The Avenue 5. Historia Do Samba (1975) 6. Joya (1975) 7. Pelo Telefone (1975) 8. Pede Passagem (1975) 9. Acorda Amor (1975) 10. Viola Fora De Moda (1975) 11. Passarinho (1975) 12. Clarena (1980) 13. Aldeia De Ogum (1980) 14. Banana (1980) 15. Feminina (1980) 16. Magica (1981) 17. Samba De Gago (1981) 18. Beiro Rio (1981) 19. Docura Forte/Agua E Luz 20. Baracumbara (1983) 21. Curioso (1983) 22. Fa Da Bahia (1985) 23. Rodando A Baiana (1996)
Personnel
Joyce Moreno
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Title: The Essential Joyce | Year Released: 1998 | Record Label: Mr. Bongo
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