Cantando no Banheiro
Eduardo Dussek
1983
Why This Album Matters
Cantando no Banheiro, Eduardo Dussek's second studio album, is a landmark in his discography, consolidating his peculiar artistic identity. Released in 1982, the record stands out for its vibrant sound and the irreverent humour that would become one of his trademarks in MPB. It is a work that captured the attention of both the public and critics for its originality and freshness. The album is notable for featuring successes that resonated on the radio and in popular culture, such as "Rock da Cachorra", "Cabelos Negros", "Barrados No Baile", and "Luzes Na Estrada". The energy of these songs, combined with Dussek's unique performance, sets the tone of the album as an essential record of Brazilian music from that era. The presence of special guests, such as João Penca e Seus Miquinhos Amestrados, adds an extra layer of charisma and musicality to the project, reinforcing its amusing and inventive premise.
Recording
The recording of Cantando no Banheiro took place in 1982, under the production of Ricardo Cantaluppi and artistic direction of João Augusto. The recording engineering team included names such as Julinho, Ary Carvalhaes, Luis Claudio Coutinho, João Moreira, and Jairo Gualberto, with mixing carried out by Ary Carvalhaes and Jairo Gualberto. Eduardo Dussek not only lent his voice to the project, but also contributed significantly to the arrangements, playing piano and keyboards. The album featured notable collaborations: Rique Pantoja was present on the Oberhein, while João Penca e Seus Miquinhos Amestrados, originally conceived as co-artists, were credited as special guests, alongside Piska and his band. This collective collaboration enriched the album's sound.
Songs
Cantando no Banheiro is an album distinguished by the strength of its compositions, many of which became true anthems. Among the standout tracks that ensured the work's success are the irreverent "Rock da Cachorra", the striking "Cabelos Negros", the amusing "Barrados No Baile" and the captivating "Luzes Na Estrada". These songs not only demonstrate Eduardo Dussek's versatility as a composer and performer, but also solidified his place in MPB, presenting a repertoire that combines elements of rock, pop, and popular music with intelligent and humorous lyrics.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Eduardo Dusek, Jorjão, João Penca E Seus Miquinhos Amestrados, Leandro Verdeal, Leo Jaime, Piska, Rique Pantoja
Chacal, Ricardo
Eduardo Dusek, Leo Jaime
Del Rosa, Luizão Maia, Pedrão Baldanza
Avellar Love, Bob Gallo, Cláudio Killer, Eduardo Dusek, Leandro Verdeal, Leo Jaime, Selvagem Big Abreu
Sérgio Della Monica, Sérgio Naidin
Leandro Verdeal, Piska
Armando Marçal, Bira Da Silva, Geraldo Bongô, Gordinho, Jorginho, Ney, Paulinho Braga, Wilson Canegal
Cláudio Killer, Eduardo Dusek, Jorjão
Cláudio Killer, Piska, Rique Pantoja
Videos
"Cantando no banheiro" - Eduardo Dussek | Melhores discos brasileiros dos anos 80 | Alta Fidelidade
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Books
The 500 Greatest Brazilian Albums of All Time
Ricardo Alexandre · 2022
The election was spearheaded by journalist Ricardo Alexandre, creator of the Discoteca Básica podcast. Ricardo consulted 162 specialists including journalists, YouTubers, podcasters, musicians, record-shop owners and producers. The result was published as a 200-page hardcover book, with graphic design by Fernando Pires.
300 Important Albums of Brazilian Music
Charles Gavin, Tárik de Souza, Carlos Calado, Arthur Dapieve · 2008
Conceived by Titãs drummer and musical researcher Charles Gavin, the 434-page book brings together covers and reviews of albums released between 1929 and 2007. The texts were written by journalists Tárik de Souza, Arthur Dapieve and Carlos Calado.
O melhor do Rock Brasil - Volume I
Luciano Alves, Silvio Essinger · 2001
Esta coletânea de 40 canções explora o movimento musical conhecido como rock brasileiro, iniciado na década de 80. O livro destaca bandas e artistas que foram cruciais para a consagração do gênero, incluindo Eduardo Dussek, Barão Vermelho e Blitz.
Analyses
Discogs
Cantando no Banheiro – Discogs
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