Gal Tropical is a Latin & Tropical album by Gal Costa, originally released in 1979. On Gatefold: 19 pressings tracked.
Sound DNA
- Latin & Tropical
- Bossa Nova & MPB
- warm
- meditative
- tropical
About
Gal Tropical is a 1979 album by Brazilian singer Gal Costa, released through Philips Records. The album blends MPB, samba, and tropicália, showcasing Costa's ability to navigate between traditional Brazilian rhythms and contemporary pop arrangements. Background and Creation By the late 1970s, Gal Costa had already established herself as a major force in Brazilian music, particularly as part of the Tropicália movement. Gal Tropical marked a return to a more commercial and radio-friendly sound, embracing samba and MPB influences while retaining the sophistication that defined her earlier works. The album features arrangements by Lincoln Olivetti and a mix of upbeat .
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Tracklist
- 1Samba Rasgado3:06
- 2Noites Cariocas (Minhas Noites Sem Sono)3:10
- 3Índia4:37
- 4Estrada Do Sol3:24
- 5A Preta Do Acarajé4:07
- 6Dez Anos3:21
- 7Força Estranha3:34
- 8Olha2:51
- 9Juventude Transviada3:40
- 10Balancê3:08
- 11O Bater Do Tambor3:00
- 12Meu Nome É Gal3:46
Credits
Performers
- Robertinho De RecifeACOUSTIC GUITAR GUITAR VIOLIN
- Antonio PernaCONDUCTOR KEYBOARDS
- Moacyr AlbuquerqueBASS
- Charles ChalegreDRUMS
- Sérgio BoréPERCUSSION
- Juarez AraújoSAXOPHONE BRASS
- Gal CostaVOCALS
- TangerinaPERCUSSION
- ZizinhoPERCUSSION
Rare pressing on Gatefold · 19 pressings tracked on Gatefold