Suba (Mitar Subotic) was from Serbia (before it was Serbia), and emigrated to Brazil following a three month scholarship there. This was earned from success in his home nation, mixing electronic sounds with folk, and this was a pattern he was to follow in Brazil, before his death in a fire a few days after this album was released.
World Music is something I have never been exposed to, and nor have I ever sought it out. It implies a level of pretension that even I cannot abide. The great thing about this project is that I can experience these avenues without having to settle in them.
Brazilian music certainly sounds like it'll be cool, and Suba's take on it undeniably is. This album sounds like it comes from both the future and the past, with a sound quality that maintains authentic musicality, whilst still being effects laden. Tracks like Na Neblina and Felicidade are perfect chillout tracks, with none of the boredom sometimes associated with such a genre. There are also edgier numbers such as Sereia and the superb Voce Gosta that kick things up a notch.
Play this album in the background of a social function, and a lot of people will ask you about it. Whilst I don't think it stands up quite as well to repeat listens as the first intoxicating listen implies, it is still a very well-crafted album, and well worth a listen.
Choe's album rating: 6
Chloe's favourite track: 7. Um Dia Comum (Em SP)
Olly's album rating: 7
Olly's favourite track: 2. Voce Gosta
Next week is 108. Beggars Banquet by the Rolling Stones.
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