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| Details / Tracklist: |
1. NAO VOU TE ESQUECER
2. VENHA COMIGO
3. SIM, NAO.
4. ESSA CONFUSAO
5. A MELHOR SAIDA
6. CACO
7. VW BLUE
8. PETRICOR
9. PIQUE
10. TALVEZ (AS CANCOES)
11. NEM TE PROCURAR |
 | | Description: | Pique is the sensational debut solo album from Dora Morelenbaum, one of the key talents spearheading Brazilâ??s new musical wave. A member of the Latin Grammy award-winning band, Bala Desejo, Dora showcases a new side to her solo productions on this special LP. Whereas Doraâ??s first solo EP, Vento de Beirada, was a leap of faith, Pique sees her soaring as one of Brazilâ??s standout stars, emboldened, emphatic but ever elegant. Building bridges between past and present, itâ??s a funkier, more groove-based affair, weaved together with those signature, slower, celestial tracks. Touching on disco, MPB, soul, R&B and jazz, the album is enriched with an indie pop aesthetic courtesy of fellow Brazilian star and co-producer, Ana Frango Elétrico.
With an ethereal, enveloping air few can match, Doraâ??s gift shines through both the serene and the spirited songs contained within. The blissful, sun-soaked â??Não Vou Te Esquecerâ?? opens, before the funk-fuelled, feel-good â??Venha Comigoâ?? and â??Sim, Não.â?? give a glimpse of the creativity bursting from the production partnership between Dora and Ana Frango Elétrico. Elsewhere, the album reclines into hazy lean-back realms via â??A Melhor SaÃdaâ?? and â??Petricorâ??, virtuoso jazz funk in the form of â??VW Blueâ?? and radiant MPB through the albumâ??s title track â??Piqueâ??.
The drumming is tight, fresh and swung, the horns and strings deftly arranged, as funk-driven basslines and strutting guitars mesh with playful production touches that give an added vibrancy to the record. It is an album that exhibits every side of Dora and one she has been involved in from the ground up, from the songwriting, singing, arrangement and production to booking the studio time and sourcing the artwork designer, Maria Cau Levy.
An exchange of musical ideas powers every great scene and Rioâ??s contemporary landscape is no different - a family of interconnected musicians and friends that collaborate on each otherâ??s productions. Pique is graced by a wealth of these leading Brazilian lights including her Bala Desejo bandmates Lucas Nunes, Julia Mestre and Zé Ibarra, as well as Guilherme Lirio, Alberto Continentino and Tom Veloso to name just a handful. This exchange crosses generations merging tradition with modernity. In a full circle moment, Doraâ??s parents Paula and Jaques Morelenbaum, who featured in countless recordings from Tom Jobim's Nova Banda and Ryuichi Sakamoto to Gal Costa and Gilberto Gil, join on the album through backing vocals and arrangement.
Pique sees Dora embrace a freedom through fresh forms, showcasing the depth and diversity of her creative artistry. An infinitely listenable release that nods to Brazilian greats like Gal Costa, Banda Black Rio and Lincoln Olivetti, fused with the indie pop edge of Anaâ??s production. The result is truly unique and sure to be a future Brazilian classic.
- "Pique" is a captivating CD release by Brazilian artist Dora Morelenbaum, offering an intimate, modern take on Música Popular Brasileira (MPB) with subtle jazz and indie influences. Across the album, she combines delicate vocals, refined arrangements and a warm, acoustic sound palette to create songs that feel both contemporary and timeless. The production emphasizes clarity and space, allowing guitar, strings and understated percussion to support her expressive, often introspective songwriting. Listeners can expect a mellow yet emotionally rich atmosphere, ideal for quiet moments, focused listening, or late-night sessions where nuances and details matter. The sequencing of the tracks is carefully thought out, moving from lighter, melodic pieces to deeper, more contemplative songs, creating a coherent narrative arc rather than a collection of isolated tracks. "Pique" stands out as a work that rewards repeated listens: each pass reveals new melodic turns, harmonic colors and lyrical subtleties, inviting the listener steadily closer into Dora Morelenbaum's artistic world.
Dora Morelenbaum is part of a new generation of Brazilian musicians that bridge tradition and innovation, honoring classic MPB sensibilities while opening them to global influences such as indie, alternative and chamber pop. Known for her nuanced phrasing and a voice that can shift effortlessly from fragile intimacy to confident clarity, she has attracted attention in the independent scene and among fans looking for sophisticated, song-driven music. While she is still early in her recording career, her work has been noted for its musical maturity, elegance and a strong personal signature, marking her as one of the promising voices to watch in contemporary Brazilian music.
The CD edition of "Pique" underscores its audiophile and collector-friendly character: the physical format invites complete album listening, with proper track order, cover artwork and liner notes that help contextualize the songs. This makes the release appealing not only to streaming listeners discovering Dora Morelenbaum for the first time, but also to dedicated collectors of Brazilian and global contemporary music who value a tangible object in their collection.
The album is released by Mr Bongo, a respected UK-based label and record company renowned for its deep passion for global sounds, especially Brazilian, Latin and African music. Since its beginnings, Mr Bongo has built a strong reputation by reissuing rare, often long-out-of-print titles and by supporting contemporary artists that carry these musical traditions forward with fresh ideas. The label's catalog is highly regarded by DJs, collectors and discerning listeners for its quality curation and attention to sound. With "Pique", Mr Bongo once again underlines its role as a bridge between scenes and generations, presenting Dora Morelenbaum's music to an international audience and placing it in a broader narrative of timeless, soulful and adventurous global music. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
MRBCD275 |
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