Elis
Elis Regina
1972
Why This Album Matters
Released in 1972, Elis marks the tenth studio album by Pimentinha, Elis Regina. This work, a milestone in her discography, was released by the Phonogram label and features a repertoire that solidified as an essential part of her artistic career. The album is notable for consolidating some of the greatest successes of her career, demonstrating Elis' unparalleled interpretive capacity. With a style that characterised her in MPB, the record reaffirms her place as one of the most important voices in Brazilian music.
Here are the recordings of songs that would become absolute classics of Brazilian music. A repertoire that transcends time.
Antônio do Amaral Rocha · Rolling Stone Brasil
Context
The record Elis was a significant release for the singer, as it marked a period of transition in her personal and professional life. It was the first album recorded after her separation from Ronaldo Bôscoli. Simultaneously, the project represented the beginning of an important artistic collaboration: César Camargo Mariano, after leaving Wilson Simonal's band, took on the role of the singer's musician and arranger, establishing a partnership that would prove fundamental to her body of work.
Recording
The production of the album Elis featured Roberto Menescal as production director, while Sepé Tiaraju de los Santos served as assistant. The technical recording team at Estúdio Phonogram included Ary, João, and Toninho. The arrangements, one of the record's sonic pillars, were conceived by César Camargo Mariano, who added his musical signature to the work. The lacquer cutting was overseen by Joaquim Figueira, the photographs were taken by José Maria de Melo, and the cover art was created by Aldo Luiz.
Songs
The album Elis is enriched by a selection of songs that have become great MPB classics and high points in the performer's career. Among the standout tracks are hits such as "Bala com Bala", "20 Anos Blue", "Casa no Campo", and "Atrás da Porta". These compositions demonstrate Elis' versatility and her ability to transform every lyric and melody into memorable performances.
Legacy
The relevance of the album Elis endures decades after its original release. Following announcements of new remasters in 2012 and 2018, the record was finally re-released on 17 March 2021, to commemorate the singer's 76th birthday. Universal Music Brazil made this new edition available in digital format, as well as limited runs on CD and vinyl. This version was produced with a new mix by João Marcello Bôscoli, the artist's son, underscoring the work's continuing importance and new generations' interest in Elis Regina's oeuvre.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
César Camargo Mariano
Sepé Tiarajú De Los Santos
Roberto Menescal
Joaquim Figueira
Ary Carvalhaes, João Moreira, Toninho
Aldo Luiz
José Melo
Podcasts
QUER QUE EU RESENHE? · André Marx
Em sua resenha de estreia, muito mais que especial, o grande amigo George Teixeira escolheu falar de uma canção deslumbrante, na interpretação daquela que é, para muitos, a maior cantora do mundo: Elis Regina. O quadro GUARDA ESSA CANÇÃO (batizado em homenagem à canção homônima do Barão Vermelho) será o espaço para resenharmos grandes canções, aquelas que nos marcaram profundamente. Sejam bem-vind
Videos
ELIS (1972) | ALBUM REVIEW
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Elis / Elis Regina - (1972-2022): DISCOS CINQUENTÕES
Papo de Musica
Elis (1972): um dos meus favoritos da vida! #elis #elisregina #elis1972 #mpb #musica #dicacultural
Vivi Normanha
Elis Regina (1970-1973) | Caravana do Delírio | Alta Fidelidade
Alta Fidelidade
Elis Regina | Review do álbum Elis, de 1972 (50 Anos) | Pitadas do Sal | Podcast Musical
Pitadas do Sal
Films
Elis
2016
The film tells the story of the energetic and pulsating singer Elis Regina since her arrival in Rio de Janeiro at age 19 until her tragic and early death. Despite all the difficulties, success comes fulminant and the life of Elis Regina gained national and international recognition, becoming undoubtedly considered today the greatest Brazilian singer of all time.
Elis Regina: Doce de Pimenta
2007
She mesmerised the crowd. The first sight would rapidly disappear and anyone who would get closer would also be surprised. It is not known if she did it for "beauty or precision", as Guimarães Rosa used to say. But the truth is that stereotypes would be destroyed as soon as she would fetch her followers. And revelations would unfold. Behind her suavely acute and toned voice, there was a deep tone that only few could reach. Behind her humble upbringing, there was an uncommon sensibility and intelligence. Her disguise was her irrepressible technique. Elis was pure emotion. And singing was not her final objective, she really wanted to make people happy. This film honours Elis and creates a singular portrait of Brazil's biggest star.
Elis Regina: Falso Brilhante
2007
Elis was complete, she had all the attributes which differentiated simple artists from stars. She could enchant crowds in her albums, concerts and in video. Her music was always associated to the stage, site she mastered with brilliance. Throughout her career, these stages would open to her, from the radio days to the Montreux Jazz Festival. This film shows her magic relationship with stage and audience. And also the Bandeirantes theatre, her last stronghold. There she shone in life with her greatest success in theater, the show 'Falso Brilhante', which is also presented and entitles this film. There her body was veiled and her audience went to meet her for the last time, now for a farewell.
Elis Regina: Na Batucada da Vida
2007
Her difficult career beginning in her hometown, Porto Alegre, was not different from her friends' stories. Elis belonged to a group of people born to win. She had the talent, she knew her potential and she just needed to face the world with courage and determination. That is exactly what she did. The result is known by everybody and it is in this film, a unique register of memorable interpretations by Elis, including the song which Elis learned with Tom Jobim and entitles the film.
Furacão Elis
Furacão Elis
1985
Documentary about Elis Regina, presented by Marília Gabriela.
Books
Elis: Nada será como antes (Edição revista, atualizada e ampliada)
Julio Maria · 2025
A premiada biografia de Elis Regina agora em edição revista, atualizada e acrescida de anotações da cantora para um disco e turnê nunca realizados. O livro detalha a trajetória de Elis Regina desde sua saída de Porto Alegre para conquistar o cenário musical carioca e paulistano, abordando seus contratos com a gravadora Philips e emissoras de televisão, oferecendo um panorama aprofundado de sua carreira e vida.
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.
Analyses
Elis – Wikipedia
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Elis – The 100 Greatest Albums of Brazilian Music
Antônio do Amaral Rocha · Rolling Stone Brasil
Estão aqui os registros de canções que se tornariam clássicos absolutos da música brasileira. Elis sempre foi uma garimpeira de talentos, e revela Sueli Costa em “Vinte Anos Blue”, João Bosco e Aldir Blanc em “Bala com Bala”, Fagner e Belchior em “Mucuripe”, Zé Rodrix e Tavito em “Casa no Campo”. De Milton Nascimento, “Cais” e “Nada Será como Antes”. De Ivan Lins, “Me Deixa em Paz”. Como se isso não bastasse, some-se “Águas de Março” (Tom Jobim) e “Atrás da Porta” (Chico Buarque), dois clássicos. Um repertório que extrapola o tempo.
"Elis" (Philips,1972), Elis Regina
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Com essa nova banda, Elis ensaiou um novo repertório para um novo disco e que foi apresentado ao público em março de 1972, quando estreou no Teatro da Praia, no Rio de Janeiro, o espetáculo É Elis. Por outro lado, na vida pessoal, Elis Regina vivenciava um novo momento.
Elis Regina - Elis (1972) - by Rafael Morettini
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Mas não estava bom demais, porque Elis de 1972 tinha muito mais. Como "Atrás da Porta", um devastador retrato de um amor terminal composto por Chico Buarque e Francis Hime.
Elis de 1972 é um disco de carreira, mas parece um grandes sucessos ...
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Os 40 anos da morte de Elis Regina, nesta quarta-feira (19), podem levar a gente a revisitar a sua discografia. Os melhores títulos são aqueles do período em que teve César Camargo Mariano como parceiro nos estúdios e na vida.
Discogs
Elis – Discogs
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