Procissao is a classic Gilberto Gil anthem, one that helped to solidify his place in the pantheon of Brazilian Popular Music (MPB). The tune is a wonderful exposition with culturally rich lyrics and rhythms. One of the influences you hear on the track is the use of electric guitar in a very original way, to create a modern, international sound for a song dealing with quite specific themes linked to the culture of northeastern Brazil. This song captures Gil's mastery of using sounds from many musical traditions, and putting them together in a way that rocks, sways and moves list… read more
Procissao is a classic Gilberto Gil anthem, one that helped to solidify his place in the pantheon of Brazilian Popular Music (MPB). The tune is a won… read more
Procissao is a classic Gilberto Gil anthem, one that helped to solidify his place in the pantheon of Brazilian Popular Music (MPB). The tune is a wonderful exposition with culturally ric… read more
Gilberto Gil (born 26 June, 1942) is a Brazilian singer, guitarist and songwriter, and Brazil's former minister of culture. He began his career as a bossa nova musician, but soon began writing songs that reflected a new focus on political awareness and social activism, along with fellow singer Caetano Veloso. In the 1970s, Gil added new elements of African and North American music to his already broad palette, and continued to release a steady stream of albums, including Realce and Refazenda. João Gilberto recorded Gil's "Eu Vim da Bahia" ("I Came from Bahia… read more
Gilberto Gil (born 26 June, 1942) is a Brazilian singer, guitarist and songwriter, and Brazil's former minister of culture. He began his career as a bossa nova musician, but soon began… read more
Gilberto Gil (born 26 June, 1942) is a Brazilian singer, guitarist and songwriter, and Brazil's former minister of culture. He began his career as a bossa nova musician, but soon began writing songs that reflected a new focus on p… read more