Correio da Estação do Brás
by Tom Zé
Serving as an idiosyncratic commentary on rural migration to urban centers, the avant-garde pioneer infuses traditional Brazilian rhythms with his signature lyrical eccentricity. Zé explores themes of alienation and industrialization against an infectious, acoustic-driven backdrop of northeastern regional styles. It remains a conceptually rich yet accessible entry into his catalog before his prolonged period of critical obscurity.
Genres
- Samba
- MPB
- Singer-Songwriter
Tracklist
- Menina Jesus
- Morena
- Correio da estação do Brás
- Carta
- Pecado original
- Lavagem da igreja de Irará
- Pecado, rifa e revista
- A volta de Xanduzinha (Maria Mariô)
- Amor de estrada
- Lá vem cuÃca
- Na parada de sucesso