Ventura
Los Hermanos
2003
Why This Album Matters
Ventura, the third album by the Rio de Janeiro band Los Hermanos, released in 2003, marks a crucial turning point in the group's trajectory and in contemporary Brazilian music. Moving away from the more ska-punk and alternative rock sound of their previous works, the album delves into a more sophisticated and matured sound, incorporating elements of MPB, samba, and bossa nova into rock with indie and art rock influences. This work represents the consolidation of the band's complex and melancholic musical identity, with well-crafted arrangements and clean production that favours stylistic diversity. The gentle melodies, yet with profound emotional impact, and the introspective and poetic lyrics addressing themes such as love, existentialism, and the passage of time, give Ventura a timeless quality. It is an album that balances melancholy and lightness, reflecting on the complexities of human relationships and the nuances of life, becoming a benchmark of sophistication and an essential piece for understanding the evolution of rock and MPB in the 2000s.
The quartet glides effortlessly through a universe all its own, amidst precise descriptions of middle-class daily life and memorable melodies.
Alexandre Matias · Rolling Stone Brasil
Context
Before the release of Ventura, Los Hermanos had already embarked on a path of sonic evolution. Following the success of their self-titled debut album in 1999, boosted by the hit "Anna Julia", the band surprised the public with Bloco do Eu Sozinho in 2001, which already indicated a move away from early hardcore towards a richer blend of rock and Brazilian rhythms. Ventura solidified this transition, with the group's sound even more influenced by samba, choro, and bossa nova. The album's release process faced setbacks: with Ventura already complete, the record label Abril Music declared bankruptcy at the end of 2002. Despite offers from independent labels, the band accepted BMG's proposal, which acquired part of Abril's catalogue and signed Los Hermanos. Furthermore, Ventura gained notoriety for being the first work by a Brazilian band to be illegally made available on the internet before its official release, a fact that marked the era.
Recording
The pre-production of Ventura took place at Sítio Remanso, in Petrópolis, between 15 October and 13 December 2002. The official recording took place at Monoaural studio, between 20 January and 23 February 2003, followed by mixing at A.R. studio from 24 February to 9 March of the same year. Mastering was carried out at Classic Master on 27 and 28 March 2003. The album's production was handled by Kassin, a name known for his refined work in MPB, which contributed to the polished and intricate sound of the record. Fabiano França was responsible for recording and mixing, while Carlos Freitas handled the mastering. The behind-the-scenes production was documented by MTV Brasil in a film called "Além Do Que Se Vê", released in 2004 and subsequently made available on the band's YouTube channel.
Songs
Ventura features 15 tracks, alternating between compositions by Marcelo Camelo and Rodrigo Amarante, solidifying a creative partnership that would become the band's trademark. Songs like "Samba a Dois", which opens the album with immortalised verses about the essence of samba, and the single "O Vencedor", highlight the creative genius and the group's ability to blend genres. Other notable tracks include "Último Romance" and "O Velho e o Moço", which illustrate the lyrical depth and bold arrangements, transitioning between alternative rock, MPB, and bossa nova. The lyrics explore profound themes, such as love, the passage of time, the search for purpose, and existential dilemmas, with a poetic approach that balances melancholy and lightness. The track "Conversa de Botas Batidas" is particularly intriguing, based on a tragic accident in Rio de Janeiro. The album is notable for many of its songs avoiding the traditional chorus structure, a trait of sonic maturity initiated in Bloco do Eu Sozinho.
To cement their fame, perhaps the smash hit 'Anna Júlia' (1999) would have been enough, later even re-recorded by the English Jim Capaldi, ex-Traffic. Or perhaps the ska-hardcore carnival of their second album, Bloco do eu sozinho (2001), would have sufficed.
Arthur Dapieve · 300 Discos Importantes
Legacy
Ventura achieved iconic status in Brazilian music, recognised for its quality and cultural impact. It was considered by Rolling Stone Brasil as the 68th greatest Brazilian album of all time. In September 2012, in a popular vote organised by Rádio Eldorado FM, the Estadao.com portal, and Caderno C2+Música, it was elected the best Brazilian album in history. The album was certified gold by the Brazilian Association of Record Producers (ABPD) after selling over 50,000 copies. Its relevance extends to projects such as "Ventura Sinfônico", where the Petrobras Symphony Orchestra (Opes) performs concerts with the album's repertoire, having even released a double CD and DVD edition in 2017. Ventura not only consolidated Los Hermanos on the national scene, but also influenced a generation of musicians and listeners, becoming a seminal work for its sophistication and timelessness.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Sérgio Bittencourt
Bubu Trompete, Marcelo Camelo, Rodrigo Amarante, Índio
Alex Werner, Simon Fuller
Kassin
Marcelo Camelo, Rodrigo Amarante
Gabriel Bubu
Rodrigo Barba
Bruno Medina
Daniel Carvalho
Carlos Freitas
Fabiano França
Fernando Fischgold, Luizao Dantas
Estevão Casé
Luciano Tarta
Emil Ferreira, Rosangela Almeida
Philippe Leon
Zoy Anastassakis
Michel Le Page
Podcasts
CMM · Crazy Metal Mind
Episódio originalmente publicado em 28/08/2020. No 477º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internets Rômulo Konzen, Daniel Iserhard, Patricia Giovanetti e Gustavo Chagas batem papo sobre o disco Ventura do Los Hermanos. Trilha sonora do podcast (na ordem): *Los Hermanos - Último Romance *Los Hermanos - O Velho e o Moço *Los Hermanos - Conversa de Botas Batidas *Los Hermanos - Samba a Dois
Depois da ruptura proposta em "O Bloco do Eu Sozinho" (2001), os integrantes do Los Hermanos voltaram com "Ventura" (2003), trabalho que reforça a capacidade da banda carioca em transitar por entre estilos, porém, apresenta algumas das canções mais conhecidas e acessíveis do quarteto, como "O Vencedor", "Cara Estranho" e "O Último Romance". Para celebrar os vinte anos de lançamento do registro que
A gente sabe: você talvez esteja torcendo o nariz só de ver o título desse episódio. Afinal de contas, Los Hermanos é daquelas bandas que funciona na base do "ame ou odeie". Mas é inegável o impacto que esses quatro barbudos tiveram não só na música brasileira do século XXI, mas na própria cultura e na política locais. Nesta semana, os também barbudos Bruno Capelas e Igor Muller dissecam o que est
PodCália · Gigola
Em um dia éramos roqueiros adolescentes que odiavam Ana Júlia; no outro éramos jovens adultos, universitários, frequentando o quarto show do Los Hermanos no mesmo ano. A ascenção dos Hermanos foi, para muitos, um roteiro de peregrinação de volta para a música brasileira. Para além da própria obra, os caras trouxeram de volta o debate sobre a música brasileira: do nada, estávamos revisitando o Jorg
No 477º episódio do Podcast mais Rock’n Roll da internet Rômulo Metal, Daniel Iserhard, Patricia Giovanetti e Gustavo Chagas batem papo sobre o disco Ventura do Los Hermanos, analisando faixa por faixa. O post PodCast #477 – Los Hermanos: Ventura apareceu primeiro em Crazy Metal Mind.
Videos
Ventura | Los Hermanos | Classic Albums | Multishow Music
Música Multishow
"Ventura" - Los Hermanos | Melhores discos brasileiros dos anos 2000 | Alta Fidelidade
Alta Fidelidade
LOS HERMANOS: A BANDA MAIS "CHATA" DO BRASIL VENCEU OS HATERS COM O DISCO 'VENTURA'?
Júlio Ettore
Los Hermanos: Como o Álbum "CHATO" Ventura Venceu os Haters e se Tornou Geração!
Karaokê de bar
Documentário Ventura [3/3]
Érika Leone
Films
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.
Analyses
Ventura – Wikipedia
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Ventura – The 100 Greatest Albums of Brazilian Music
Alexandre Matias · Rolling Stone Brasil
“Quem se atreve a me dizer do que é feito o samba?”, pergunta Marcelo Camelo, acompanhado de dois clichês da MPB de barzinho (a guitarra com acordes puxados e a bateria aro de caixa). Mas em menos de meio minuto, a banda engata uma batucada quadrada, indie de tão branca. É a contramão do samba-rock, o rock-samba inventado pelo antigo grupo de skacore deBloco do Eu Sozinho. O tema parece indigesto (rock tocado como se fosse MPB), mas o quarteto passeia desenvolto por um universo todo seu, entre descrições precisas de um cotidiano classe média e melodias memoráveis.
Resenha: "Ventura" - Los Hermanos (2003) - Nação da Música
br.nacaodamusica.com
O primeiro single do álbum, " Vencedor " é a síntese do pop rock dos Los Hermanos. Contrapondo a faixa inicial, a melodia se caracteriza pelo contrassenso do triunfo de uma vida vitoriosa.
20 anos do álbum Ventura: Los Hermanos coroados reis de si
musicult.com.br
Em 7 de maio de 2003, era lançado Ventura, terceiro álbum de uma das bandas mais influentes da história da música brasileira, Los Hermanos. O trabalho, que se consolidou, nessas duas décadas, como o mais popular e um dos mais elogiados do grupo, é agora rememorado e celebrado.
Resenha - Ventura - Los Hermanos - Whiplash.Net
whiplash.net
Seguindo o estilo da última obra-prima, "O Bloco do Eu Sozinho", mas incorporando novos elementos à sua música, os Los Hermanos lançam este "Ventura", se consolidando como uma das melhores ...
Discogs
Ventura – Discogs
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