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ARTIST
TITLE
Voa
FORMAT
Cassette

LABEL
CATALOG #
SUC 063CS SUC 063CS
GENRE
RELEASE DATE
1/16/2026

Lisbon-based duo Garoa -- formed by Brazilian musicians Raphael Soares (drums, percussion) and Henrique Dias (piano, synthesizer, guitar, percussion) -- craft an evocative soundscape that merges Afro-Brazilian rhythms with ambient textures. Their latest release, recorded in May 2024 at Estúdio Fetra, presents a free-flowing exploration where harmonies and rhythms unfold organically, avoiding rigid structures and embracing improvisation full time. The album's compositions are anchored by the interplay between Soares' fluid percussion and Dias' expansive harmonic approach. Tracks like "A Sandália Quadrada de Lampião" and "Xaxado de Chicago" weave percussive patterns reminiscent of Brazil's Nordeste, blending them seamlessly with atmospheric synthesizers. "Baião de 2" and "Farofa e Cachaça" carry the unmistakable swing of Brazilian traditional forms, reinterpreted through Garoa's lens of modernity and free flowing spontaneity. Produced and mixed by Kellzo, the album captures the spirit of a collaboration that thrives on fluidity and openness. Garoa doesn't aim for definitive statements; instead, they invite the listener into an evolving sonic landscape, where tradition and experimentation walk hand in hand.