...Em Pleno Verão
Elis Regina
1970
Rankings
Why This Album Matters
Em Pleno Verão is Elis Regina's ninth studio album, released in 1971, which further solidifies her position as one of the greatest interpreters of Brazilian music. The record presents a curated selection of songs that traverse different styles and composers, reaffirming the artist's versatility and vocal depth. With a perceptive repertoire selection, the album demonstrates Elis's ability to imbue established and emerging compositions with life and new dimension. Her unique and emotive interpretation is the common thread that elevates each track, making it a prominent example of her discography and of MPB from that period.
Context
In the album's release year, 1971, Brazil was living under a military dictatorship, a period of strong repression and censorship. Elis Regina, a prominent and vocal figure, was targeted with accusations by agents of the regime. She was accused of involvement with the Black Panthers because of the song "Black is Beautiful", an allegation vehemently denied by the singer.
Recording
The album Em Pleno Verão was recorded at the Companhia Brasileira de Discos (C.B.D.) studios in Rio de Janeiro. Production was overseen by Nelson Motta, while Roberto Menescal took on studio direction. Arrangements were handled by Chiquinho de Moraes, and Marco Mazzola served as the recording engineer. The album cover's graphic design was conceived by Aldo Luiz, complementing the visual identity of the work released by Philips Records in 1971.
Songs
The repertoire of Em Pleno Verão is notable for the diversity of its composers and the power of Elis's interpretations. Among the standout tracks is "Madalena", a composition by Ivan Lins and Ronaldo Monteiro that gained considerable prominence, being included in the soundtrack for the telenovela A Próxima Atração and performed in Rede Globo's show Som Livre Exportação. Other significant songs include "Cinema Olympia", written by Caetano Veloso, "Aviso aos Navegantes", by Baden Powell and Paulo César Pinheiro, and the inclusion of a version of "Golden Slumbers", a classic by John Lennon and Paul McCartney. The song "Black is Beautiful" also features, highlighting the album's cultural and social relevance within the context of the era.
Tracks
Credits
Erlon Chaves
Nelson Motta
Ary Carvalhaes, Célio Martins, Oswaldo Cruz Vidal
Lincoln
Gil Prates
Videos
"Em Pleno Verão" (1970) - Review
Tamir Felipe
Films
Furacão Elis
Furacão Elis
1985
A documentary about Elis Regina, presented by Marília Gabriela.
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 & Eu
Elis & Eu
Based on the book “Elis e Eu: 11 anos, 6 meses e 19 dias com minha mãe”, written by João Marcello Bôscoli, the film seeks to deconstruct the myth and reveal Elis the woman, mother and professional.
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.
Books
Os 500 Maiores Álbuns Brasileiros de Todos os Tempos
Ricardo Alexandre · 2022
The largest Brazilian music election ever conducted: 162 specialists, spanning journalists, critics, musicians, producers and podcasters, each nominated 50 essential albums, supported by a masterlist of more than 2,000 works. Led by Ricardo Alexandre with tabulation by Sérgio Jomori, it was published in December 2022 as a 200-page hardcover book with graphic design by Fernando Pires.
Elis Regina: Nada Será Como Antes
Julio Maria · 2015
Considered one of the most comprehensive and acclaimed biographies of Elis Regina, written by renowned music journalist Julio Maria. The work narrates the singer's life and career trajectory, addressing her strong personality, her musical partnerships, her artistic evolution, and the behind-the-scenes stories of her discography, including the context of her albums released in the early 70s, such as "...Em Pleno Verão".
Analyses
...Em Pleno Verão – Wikipedia
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Álbum de Elis Regina comprado por Rosalía no Rio livrou a ... - G1
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Em pleno verão, an album released by the singer from Rio Grande do Sul in 1970. This record turns 55 in 2025 without losing its freshness.
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Discover Elis Regina's album Em Pleno Verão (1970), including the iconic version of As Curvas da Estrada de Santos and the duet with Tim Maia.
Em Pleno Verão": conheça o disco de Elis Regina que Rosalía comprou no ...
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One of them has already been identified: "...Em Pleno Verão", by Elis Regina. Here, we tell you a little about the album and the Spanish artist's relationship with Brazilian music.
Álbum de Elis Regina comprado por Dua Lipa no Rio livrou a cantora de ...
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A record that, 55 years later, remains as meaningful as it was in the summer of 1970. Dua Lipa made a good purchase during her wanderings in Rio.
