Basilia is a sophisticated, cool, latin mix consisting of Brazilian music with a focus primarily on the Brazilian Bossa Nova sounds along with elements of samba and jazz. Brazilian music gained worldwide popularity in the 1950s and 1960s and today, Bossa Nova is one of the best-known genres abroad. The phrase Bossa Nova means literally "new trend". Bossa Nova acquired a large following in the 1960’s initially among young musicians and college students. Since its birth, it has remained a vital part of the standard jazz repertoire.
Within the artistic beach culture of the late 1950’s in Rio de Janeiro, the term bossa was used to refer to any new trend or fashionable wave. The Bossa Nova musical style grew from the sounds of samba, although it is more complex harmonically and less percussive. Bossa Nova emerged primarily from the upscale beachside neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro, and is known for having a cool sensibility. On Brasilia, you'll hear the melding of classical guitar, piano, percussion, and in some cases, lush strings. The selections feel very jazz-oriented, and the subject matter ranges from women, love, longing, and the best of youth.
All playlists are hand selected for a unique mix daily that will provide a musical treat to your ears. Featuring only clean versions and tracks carefully chosen based on lyrical content, this channel is safe for your business and perfect for listening at work. Listen for: Astrud Gilberto, Gilberto Gil, Stan Getz, Cal Tjader, Jorge Ben, Tamba Trio, Marisa Monte, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Luiz Bonfa, Bossacucanova, Marcos Valle, Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66, Joao Gilberto, and Iara Negrete.
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