Noel por Noel
Noel Rosa
1971
Why This Album Matters
The album Noel por Noel, released in 1971, is an essential compilation that celebrates the timeless work of Noel Rosa, one of the greatest composers of Brazilian popular music. Although posthumous, it brings together original recordings by the "Poeta da Vila", offering a vivid panorama of his genius and singular style, which blended Carioca samba with a lyrical and humorous vein, full of daily chronicles and social observations. It is a phonographic document that allows subsequent generations direct access to Noel's own voice and interpretation, revealing the authenticity and charm of his creations.
Context
Noel Rosa passed away prematurely in 1937, but his influence remained alive in Brazilian culture. The 1970s, when Noel por Noel was released, represented a period of intense cultural effervescence in Brazil, with MPB consolidating itself and artists rediscovering and revering the pillars of national music. In this scenario, the compilation of Noel Rosa's original recordings on an LP became a valuable historical and cultural rescue, introducing a new audience to the essence of urban samba and the melodic and lyrical sophistication of one of its greatest exponents.
Recording
Noel por Noel is a compilation of Noel Rosa's historical recordings, originally registered in the 1920s and 1930s. The 1971 album, in LP format, was released by the Imperial label and subsequently re-issued on CD by EMI in 2003, as part of the "Odeon 100 Anos" series, supervised by Charles Gavin. The 1971 LP edition featured a booklet written by Ary Vasconcelos, which detailed each of the songs, enriching the release's documentary value. Information regarding the original recording dates and accompanying musicians was more detailed in the LP version.
Songs
The Noel por Noel compilation features a selection of emblematic songs representing the peak of Noel Rosa's output. Among the tracks, classics such as "Com Que Roupa?", one of 1931's great successes, "Conversa De Botequim", and "Cem Mil Réis" (the latter in partnership with Vadico) stand out. Noel's lyrics are a masterpiece of narrative, irony, and sensitivity, addressing themes such as love, Carioca bohemian life, the hardships of daily life, and 'malandragem' with colloquial language and a captivating rhythm. His ability to paint scenes and characters with few words is evident in each composition, solidifying his legacy as a musical chronicler of his era. The album also includes tracks such as "Malandro Medroso", "Seu Jacinto", "Quem Dá Mais?", and "João Ninguém", which reiterate the diversity and richness of his work.
Legacy
Since its release in 1971, Noel por Noel has consolidated its position as one of the most important compilations of Noel Rosa's work. Its reception was fundamental in keeping the composer's memory alive, especially for generations who had no contact with the original releases. The CD re-issue, supervised by Charles Gavin, attests to the album's continuous relevance in the Brazilian music scene. The album serves as a gateway to understanding Noel Rosa's aesthetic, influencing numerous MPB artists to revisit and reinterpret his repertoire, and ensuring that the Carioca samba of the "Poeta da Vila" continues to echo and inspire new generations of musicians and listeners.
Rankings
Tracks
Videos
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Surf n Show Reviews
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Vinyl Ginger
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Films
Books
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.
Noel Rosa
Jorge Caldeira · 1982
Esta é uma biografia aprofundada de Noel Rosa, escrita por Jorge Caldeira, que explora a vida, a obra e o impacto do 'Poeta da Vila' na música popular brasileira. O livro detalha o contexto cultural de suas composições, oferecendo um estudo essencial para compreender o artista cujas obras compõem o álbum.
Analyses
Noel Rosa - Noel Por Noel (1971) | Toque Musical
toque-musicall.com
Embora essas mesmas gravações já tenham aparecido em outros discos, esta edição de 1971 lançada pelo selo Imperial, da Odeon, foi a primeira a reunir num lp de 12 polegadas os poucos registros do compositor cantando seus próprios sambas. É, sem dúvida, um disco para se ter na estante.
Discos para descobrir em casa - 'Noel Rosa na voz romântica de ... - G1
g1.globo.com
Ainda que o álbum Noel Rosa na voz romântica de Nelson Gonçalves soe coeso, o LP se tornou um dos menos conhecidos da discografia do cantor, mesmo tendo sido reeditado em 1971 com outra capa ...
Discogs
Noel por Noel – Discogs
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