Passarinho Urbano
Joyce
1976
Why This Album Matters
Feminina, Joyce's seventh studio album, released in 1980, represents a significant milestone in the artist's career. The record stood out for featuring songs that quickly won over the Brazilian public, such as "Clareana", which became a national success after its performance at Festival MPB 80, and other popular tracks like the title song "Feminina", "Essa Mulher" and "Mistérios". Its relevance extends beyond the national scene, with a notable rediscovery in the 1990s by English DJs. The instrumental-vocal "Aldeia de Ogum", in particular, found a new audience on dancefloors across Europe and Japan, solidifying the composer's presence on international stages.
Recording
The visual concept of Feminina is a distinctive element, with the cover art signed by photographer Luiz Fernando and his wife Luhli. The image portrays the singer without make-up, conveying an authenticity that aligns with her artistic essence. Joyce describes that, although the guitar does not visibly appear in the photo, its presence is felt through her gaze, characteristic of a musician's connection with their instrument. The album's logo, suggested by Luhli, also became iconic, incorporating a stylised guitar from the letter 'f' in the title, and establishing itself as a visual trademark of Joyce herself.
Songs
Feminina's repertoire is marked by the diversity and the melodic and lyrical strength of its compositions. "Clareana", one of the album's greatest successes, exemplifies Joyce's ability to create songs that resonate deeply with the public. In addition to this, the title track "Feminina", "Essa Mulher" and "Mistérios" are examples of songs that quickly became popular. The instrumental-vocal "Aldeia de Ogum", in turn, transcended borders and genres, being embraced by international DJs and introducing Joyce's work to a new generation of listeners worldwide.
Legacy
The repercussion of Feminina was extensive and lasting. The song "Clareana" not only became a nationwide success after its memorable performance at Festival MPB 80, but also consolidated Joyce's presence in the Brazilian music scene. Internationally, the album experienced a significant rediscovery in the 1990s. English DJs were responsible for taking the track "Aldeia de Ogum" to dancefloors, which resulted in opening up a new and vibrant audience for the composer in both Europe and Japan, reinforcing the timelessness and universality of her music.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Gloria Piccioni
Giancarlo Governi
Joyce
Azeitona
Azeitona, Joyce, Mutinho, Márcia
Mutinho
Joyce
Azeitona, Joyce, Mutinho, Mutinho
Sergio Bardotti
Massimo Becagli
Plinio Chiesa
Beppe Madaudo
Raoul Doni
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.
Finas flores
Jorge Marques · 2016
O livro 'Finas flores – mulheres letristas na canção brasileira' se dedica a investigar e ajustar o papel de compositoras mulheres na história da MPB. Dado que Joyce é uma proeminente compositora e letrista brasileira, este livro provavelmente abordará sua obra e contribuição, incluindo álbuns importantes como 'Passarinho Urbano', de 1976.
Analyses
'Passarinho Urbano', de Joyce, é um disco a ser redescoberto
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Com 18 faixas, Passarinho Urbano é construído como um disco para ser escutado na íntegra, já que muitas dessas faixas aparecem quase como vinhetas, curtas e certeiras, a encaixar um cenário amplo, que funciona como uma polaroide do Brasil.
Criatura de Sebo: Passarinho Urbano - 1976 - Joyce - Blogger
criaturadesebo.blogspot.com
Esse LP foi lançado primeiro na Itália, só um ano depois no Brasil.
'Passarinho urbano', álbum cult em que Joyce Moreno foi ... - MSN
msn.com
Já relançado no formato original de LP no Brasil e no exterior, "Passarinho urbano" é o primeiro álbum de Joyce como intérprete.
Joyce revisita o disco 'Passarinho urbano', gravado em 1976, em show no ...
jb.com.br
No espetáculo, Joyce apresenta o antológico LP "Passarinho urbano", com sua voz e violão amadurecidos e um repertório surpreendentemente atual depois de mais de quatro décadas.
Discos Escondidos #060: Joyce - Passarinho Urbano (1976)
ojardimeletrico.com
Em Passarinho Urbano, já na canção que abre o álbum, Joia (Caetano Veloso), nos deparamos com os jogos de vozes criados por Joyce que irão permear esse álbum bastante político e recheado de ótimos sambas.
Discogs
Passarinho Urbano – Discogs
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