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Kuanza Sul
Manoel Cruz
Label: 88 Major Studio label
Released: 2026
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Kuanza Sul
Personnel
Album Description
"Kuanza Sul" is a deep immersion into the sophistication of contemporary jazz combined with the rhythmic richness and identity of Brazilian instrumental music. Recorded in the classic trio format (piano, acoustic double bass, and drums), the track prioritizes organic dynamics, spontaneous interaction, and improvised dialogue among the musicians. The driving line of the acoustic double bass establishes the pulse and the earthy foundation of the composition, opening up space for the harmonic fluidity of the piano and the refined rhythmic textures of the drums.
Technical Specifications and Recording Credits
- Manoel Cruz: Acoustic Double Bass, Composition, Arrangement, and Executive Production
- Ary Holland: Piano
- Manny Monteiro: Drums
- Piano Recording: Origem Estúdio, by Manoel Cruz and Ary Holland
- Drums Recording: CD Áudio Studio, by engineer Manny Monteiro
- Acoustic Bass Recording: 88 Major Studio, by engineer Manoel Cruz
- Mixing and Mastering: 88 Major Studio, by Manoel Cruz
Visual Identity
- Cover Photo: James Gavin
- Cover Creation: 88 Major Studio Label
Audio Direction and Engineering
Seeking maximum fidelity and the characteristic warmth of great jazz recordings, the production team opted for a decentralized technical approach, extracting the best from the acoustics and equipment of each partner studio.
The acoustic bass received special attention during tracking at 88 Major Studio to clearly capture the finger attack, the wooden body, and the full extension of the low frequencies. The final mixing and mastering, integrated the sessions from Origem Estúdio and CD Áudio Studio, designed to keep the dynamic range (headroom) intact, avoiding excessive compression and ensuring a high-resolution, audiophile listening experience across digital platforms.
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