Orlandivo
Orlandivo
1977

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Why This Album Matters
The album Orlan Divo, released in 1976, represents a significant moment in the discography of Orlandivo, a multifaceted figure in Brazilian popular music, known as a percussionist, singer and composer. Although the text does not detail its tracks, the work's relevance is accentuated by the presence of João Donato in the arrangements, a prominent name who lends his signature to a sophisticated sound characteristic of MPB. Orlandivo's style, with his particular way of incorporating elements such as the "chaveiro" in the percussion, suggests the inventiveness that permeates his work.
Context
Before the release of Orlan Divo in 1976, Orlandivo had already built a solid and diversified career in the Brazilian artistic scene. Moving to Rio de Janeiro as a child, he began his musical career in the 1960s, performing as a crooner for Ed Lincoln's band and recording his first works. His versatility led him to participate in film soundtracks, television programmes and festivals, as well as having his compositions interpreted by various renowned MPB artists, consolidating his name before this specific work.
Recording
The LP Orlan Divo was released in 1976 by the Copacabana record label. One of the most notable aspects of this album's production is the contribution of João Donato, who was responsible for the arrangements, which certainly added a layer of characteristic sophistication and style to the work's sound.
Tracks
Credits
João Donato
Orlann Divo
Paulo Rocco
Luna Messina, Suzana
Sivuca
Durval Ferreira
Airton Barbosa
Nô
Alexandre
Mamão, Papão
Copinha, Geraldo
Zé Menezes
Ariovaldo Contesini, Chico Batera, Geraldo Bongô, Hermes Contesini, Hélcio Milito
Antenor
Yedo Golveia
Celinho, Deraldo, Luiz Paulo
Jorge Emilio Isaac
Dan Martim, Elio Gomes
A. Lopes Machado
J. F. Blumenschein Filho
Luiz Tadeu Da Silva
Chico Anysio
Books
Analyses
Orlandivo – Wikipedia
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Orlandivo - Orlandivo(LP) - CLONE.NL
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Orlandivo Orlandivo 25 years after its original release Kindred Spirits presents the official reissue of the 1977 self-titled album 'Orlandivo'. This beautiful bossa / downtempo samba like album contains the sought after tracks such as 'Onde Anda O Meu Amor' and 'Tamanco No Samba'.
Loronix: Orlandivo - Orlandivo com Joao Donato (1977) - Blogger
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Tuesday, November 06, 2007 Orlandivo - Orlandivo com Joao Donato (1977) tcisalpino is a special contributor, he works on a very important segment, which is the upgrade of essential posts. tcisalpino recently make our day with his last Joao Donato - The New Sound of Brazil | Piano of Joao Donato (1965).
Novedos | Orlandivo - S/T
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My always expanding collection of Brazilian records from 10+ years of digging. All original pressings and not for sale. Orlandivo - S/T Label: Copacabana Year: 1977 Genre: MPB
Orlandivo - Orlandivo (1977) - musicasdonordeste.net
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His 1977 album, originally released by Copacabana and produced with arrangements and keyboards by none other than João Donato, is an absolute and revered classic of the genre. The album reaffirms its position as a timeless masterpiece of Brazilian music.
