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AZYMUTH ~ MARCA PASSO FAR OUT 251 (Barcode: 5065007965818) ~ BRAZIL ~ Jazz-Funk Fusion Recorded: 2025 Released: 2025 This is an album by the legendary Brazilian ensemble AzymuthFind albums by this artist, originally formed in 1973 and now led by bassist Jose Alexandre MalheirosFind albums by this artist (a.k.a. Alex MalheirosFind albums by this artist), the last living member of the founding lineup. The current lineup also includes keyboardist Kiko ContinentinoFind albums by this artist, drummer Renato CalmonFind albums by this artist and percussionists Ian MoreiraFind albums by this artist and Sidinho MoreiraFind albums by this artist and several guest musicians. The album presents ten tracks, all composed by the group members. The album is dedicated to the ensemble’s original drummer Ivan ContiFind albums by this artist, who passed in 2023 and keyboardist Jose Roberto BertramiFind albums by this artist, who passed in 2012. The album offers excellent sound quality. The music is the usual brilliant amalgam of Jazz, Funk and Brazilian music elements, based on superb melodic themes and the relaxed atmosphere, which usually adorns Brazilian music. It immediately transports the listener to a sunny beach, full of dancing half naked young (in heart and body) people. Although perhaps on the lighter side of the Jazz spectrum, this album is a great fun to listen to and the instrumental performances are definitely as impressive as some of the best music created in Brazil these days. Overall, this is another valuable addition to the long list of recordings by Azymuth, which are enjoyable to listen to without any compromise with musical quality. People familiar with their impressive recording legacy will surely be very happy to add this album to their collection.

Updated: 03/06/2026Posted: 03/06/2026

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