Carlos, Erasmo
Erasmo Carlos
1971
Why This Album Matters
Carlos, Erasmo, Erasmo Carlos's seventh studio album, released in 1971, represents a crucial turning point in "Tremendão"'s trajectory and is widely recognised as an undeniable classic of Brazilian rock. This work marked the artist's transition to the Philips label (now Universal Music), signalling a search for new artistic directions and an evolution of his musical persona beyond Jovem Guarda. The album stands out for its rich and eclectic sound, which amalgamates elements of rock, soul, funk, psychedelia, and samba rock, creating an innovative musical tapestry for its time. In it, Erasmo Carlos, a perpetual student of rock'n'roll, influenced by icons such as Elvis Presley and Little Richard, indulged his primal instincts, resulting in an LP "sufficiently psychedelic and diffuse". This work is considered a pillar within the Brazilian rock scene and a notable, albeit late, entry into the Tropicalista tradition.
He made an unbelievably sophisticated, profound, modern album, even by today's standards.
Marcus Preto · Rolling Stone Brasil
Context
The album Carlos, Erasmo symbolised a significant shift in Erasmo Carlos's career, coming shortly after the peak of his success with Jovem Guarda. After leaving his previous record label, RGE, the artist sought new horizons for his musical expression at Philips, during a period of cultural effervescence in Brazil. In the 70s, Erasmo Carlos signed with Polydor, and his shows distanced themselves from the Jovem Guarda movement. Influenced by hippie counterculture and soul music, he released this album. This phase marked his evolution from a teenage idol to a sophisticated seventies singer and songwriter, embracing the artistic freedom of the global counterculture of the late sixties and early seventies.
Recording
The recording of Carlos, Erasmo featured a true "all-star selection" from the Brazilian music scene of the time, many of them associated with the Tropicália movement. The album was co-produced by Manoel Barenbein, a renowned Tropicalista producer, and included arrangements by Rogério Duprat, an emblematic figure of Tropicália. Erasmo Carlos is also credited as co-producer of the album, alongside Nelson Motta on some tracks. For the recording sessions, Erasmo was accompanied by heavyweight talents, such as Sergio Dias (guitar), Dinho Leme (drums), and Liminha (bass), all members of Os Mutantes. In addition to them, Alexander Gordin, known as "Lanny", a recognised master of Brazilian psychedelic guitar, also participated. The recordings were made in studios such as CBD, Estúdios Prova, and Estúdios RCA in São Paulo. The work even includes a new composition by Caetano Veloso, "De Noite na Cama", which opens the album and has been described as a controversial ode to marijuana, reflecting the spirit of the era.
Songs
The songs on Carlos, Erasmo reveal an Erasmo Carlos in full experimentation and maturation, addressing themes of behaviour and freedom. Although most tracks are composed in partnership with Roberto Carlos, the album also features significant collaborations with other major names in Brazilian music. "De Noite na Cama", by Caetano Veloso, opens the album with an introspective and poetic atmosphere. "É Preciso Dar um Jeito, Meu Amigo", a partnership with Roberto Carlos, is another highlight that, with its striking lyrics and melody, captures the essence of the resistance of that period. The track "Gente Aberta" also stands out, with its message of inclusion and celebration of diversity. The album also explores songs with a blend of rock, soul, funk, and pop, and even a "marijuana ode" driven by marimba.
Legacy
Carlos, Erasmo solidified its place in the history of Brazilian music, being consistently recognised in important rankings. Rolling Stone Brasil magazine ranked it 31st on its list of the 100 greatest Brazilian music albums, making it the only Erasmo Carlos album to feature. In a poll conducted by the Discoteca Básica podcast, with the participation of over 160 music specialists, the album reached 19th position on the list of the 500 greatest Brazilian music albums, the best placement for an Erasmo work in the survey. The album's lasting impact was recently evidenced when the song "É Preciso Dar um Jeito, Meu Amigo" was included in the soundtrack of Walter Salles' 2024 film Ainda Estou Aqui. Its inclusion in the feature film, the first Brazilian film to win an Oscar, boosted the song's popularity, taking it to the streaming charts in Brazil and demonstrating the continuous relevance of Erasmo Carlos's work in Brazilian culture.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Arthur Verocai, Chiquinho de Moraes, Rogério Duprat
Erasmo Carlos, Manoel Barenbein, Nelson Motta
Lanny Gordin, Rogério Duprat
Paulo De Tarso
Sergio Fayne
Antonio Pecci Filho
Antônio Guize, Sergio Sznelwar
Dirceu Medeiros
Oswaldo Barro
Flávio De Barros, Ronaldo P. Leme
Alexander Gordin, Aristeu, Sergio Dias
Arnolpho Lima Filho
Regis Moreira
Ary Carvalhaes, João Kibelkstis, Marcus Vinicius, Mazzola
Joaquim Figueira
Ivan Lisnik
Aldo Luiz
Temudo
João Castrioto
Podcasts
Brazuca Sounds · Leandro Vignoli
In episode #13 we celebrate Erasmo Carlos' 80th birthday telling the story behind his album "Carlos, Erasmo", released in 1971. A transitional album in his career, Erasmo was moving from being a rock n' roll Jovem Guarda star to becoming a great lyricist, influenced by Folk, MPB, and Soul. "The other Carlos" when compared to his writing superstar partner Roberto Carlos, Erasmo was finally and for
Discoteca Básica Podcast · Parasol Storytelling
O Tremendão deixa para trás a inocência da jovem guarda num dos álbuns mais cultuados do rock brasileiro. Convidado do episódio: Paulo Miklos. Assinantes do CLUBE DISCOTECA BÁSICA têm acesso a conteúdo extra. Saiba como assinar: https://podcastdiscotecabasica.com/assine/ A “Turma da Tijuca” do final da década de 1950 mudou o curso do pop brasileiro. Imagine se já existisse MusicDot naquele tem
Vinilteca · José Ono Junior e Guilherme Colpani
No início de 1968, Erasmo Carlos descobriu que uma festa não dura pra sempre. A fama de mau, as canções de amor adolescente e o rock da Jovem Guarda tinham ficado pra trás. Em 1971, Erasmo já tinha 30 anos, estava casado, vivendo num país sob regime militar e precisaria se reinventar como artista. Relembramos os 50 anos do disco "Carlos, Erasmo", um dos mais representativos da discografia do Treme
Sons e Histórias · Daniel Queiroz
Nesse episódio comentamos e contamos algumas curiosidades sobre o disco do cantor e compositor Erasmo Carlos lançado em 1971
Videos
ROBERTO CARLOS 1971 | ALBUM REVIEW
Som de Peso
Roberto Carlos 1971 Album [Review]
Discomaníacos
Erasmo Carlos (1971-1976) | Caravana do Delírio | Alta Fidelidade
Alta Fidelidade
Ep. 73 – Erasmo Carlos em seu disco mais ousado: Carlos, Erasmo (1971)
Sons e Histórias
Álbum Roberto Carlos 1971 Comentário
Roni Fernandes
Films
Books
Analyses
Carlos, Erasmo – Wikipedia
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Carlos, Erasmo – The 100 Greatest Albums of Brazilian Music
Marcus Preto · Rolling Stone Brasil
Erasmo acabava de mudar de gravadora e, na casa nova, pôde definitivamente desassociar sua música do feijão-com-arroz da jovem guarda. Compôs um disco inacreditavelmente sofisticado, profundo, moderno até para os padrões de hoje. Contou com a participação dos Mutantes Sergio Dias, Dinho e Liminha, e com alguns arranjos do maestro tropicalista Rogério Duprat. O repertório trazia Caetano Veloso, Jorge Ben e Marcos Vale. A parceria com Roberto estava mais madura e rendia até a abusada “Maria Joana”, sambarock caribenho que faz referência à maconha.
Erasmo Carlos - Carlos, Erasmo…: a virada de um ícone da Jovem Guarda
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Quando Carlos, Erasmo… chegou às lojas em 1971, o Brasil vivia tempos turbulentos, atravessado pela censura e pelo peso da ditadura militar. A Jovem Guarda já não ditava os rumos da juventude, e muitos de seus protagonistas buscavam novos caminhos.
Erasmo Carlos "Carlos, Erasmo" (1971) - Gira-Discos
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Editado em 1971, o álbum de estreia de Erasmo Carlos na Phillips conheceu novo surto de interesse com uma canção usada na banda sonora de "Ainda Estou Aqui"
"Carlos, Erasmo", Erasmo Carlos (1971) - lucasbonetti.com.br
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O álbum é um dos mais conhecidos do artista e tem arranjos incríveis e diversos de Chiquinho de Moraes, Rogerio Duprat e Arthur Verocai. As composições do Erasmo, Roberto, Taiguara, Caetano, Gil, Jorge Bem, Marcos e Sergio Valle, entre outros.
Discogs
Carlos, Erasmo – Discogs
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