Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti
1982
Why This Album Matters
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti is the sole and legendary collaborative album by the acclaimed Brazilian musicians Robson Jorge and Lincoln Olivetti, released in 1982. This singular work is revered for its definitive contribution to the MPB sound, featuring a rich fusion of captivating melodic hooks, brilliant and funky horn arrangements, as well as scat vocals and boogie grooves that became its trademark. The album encapsulates the duo's genius, demonstrating the mastery in instrumentation, arrangement, and production that both possessed. Despite being their only jointly credited studio album, the work is a testament to the musical chemistry between Jorge and Olivetti. Its sonic textures and the precision in every instrumental detail established it as a fundamental piece for understanding the musical aesthetic of the era and a delight for genre enthusiasts.
Context
Before the release of Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti, the duo already had a consolidated trajectory and frequent collaboration behind the scenes of Brazilian music. Both were prolific instrumentalists, arrangers, and producers, recognised for their work with some of the biggest names in MPB, such as Tim Maia, Rita Lee, Roberto Carlos, Sandra de Sá, Marcos Valle, and Jorge Ben Jor. This album, although the only one directly credited to the duo, represented the formal union of their creative forces, already tested and approved in countless projects.
Recording
The production of the album Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti was handled by Max Pierre, with supervision by Jorge Guimarães and mastering by José Oswaldo Martins. The technical sheet reveals a true constellation of Brazilian music talents. Robson Jorge contributed electric piano, guitar, electric bass, Mini-Moog synthesizer, vocals, and vocoder, while Lincoln Olivetti played electric piano, piano, synthesizer, Mini-Moog, and Oberheim. The recording featured an exuberant brass section, including Oberdan Magalhães on alto saxophone, Leo Gandelman on baritone saxophone, Zé Carlos on tenor saxophone (who also performed backing vocals), Serginho do Trombone on trombone, and Bidinho and Marcio Montarroyos on trumpets. The rhythmic foundation was solid with bassists such as Jamil Joanes and Paulo Cezar, and drummers such as Picolé, Mamão, and Paulinho Braga. Rich percussion was added by Peninha, Ariovaldo Contesini, and Renato Britto, completing the album's complex and rich sound. Backing vocals were performed by Reginaldo, Ronaldo Barcellos, and Tony Bizarro, highlighting the care taken with each sonic layer of the production.
Legacy
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti is universally acclaimed as an MPB classic, having defined the genre's sound and significantly influenced artists such as Tim Maia. Decades after its release, the album continues to be praised by music critics for its melodic hooks, brilliant and funky horn arrangements, scat vocals, and boogie grooves, which remain fresh and relevant. Over time, this work has become one of Brazil's rarest and most valuable vinyl records, coveted by record collectors worldwide. Its importance has transcended borders, being considered an international MPB benchmark and frequently played and remixed by global DJs, which demonstrates its timelessness and lasting impact on the music scene.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Max Pierre
Jorge "Gordo" Guimarães
Reginaldo, Ronaldo Barcellos, Serginho Do Trombone, Tony Bizarro, Zé Carlos
Oberdan Magalhães
Leo Gandelman
Jamil Joanes, Paulo César Barros
Peninha
Mamão, Paulinho Braga, Picolé
Ariovaldo Contesini
Robson Jorge
Lincoln Olivetti
Renato Britto
Zé Carlos
Serginho Do Trombone
Bidinho, Marcio Montarroyos
José Oswaldo Martins
Vera Roesler
Tuninho De Paula
Frederico Mendes
Podcasts
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Analyses
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti – Wikipedia
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O icônico disco "Lincoln Olivetti & Robson Jorge" - TV Cultura
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metro1.com.br
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Os arranjos são da dupla, que assina praticamente todas as composições, com regência de Olivetti e direção artística de Max Pierre. Os músicos participantes são alguns dos melhores que já passaram por este planeta; o resultado é fenomenal.
Discogs
Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti – Discogs
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