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Almanaque
World · 1981 · 5 tracks

Almanaque

Chico Buarque

Intricate woodwind arrangements meet Chico's signature baritone. A masterclass in 1980s MPB that balances playful urban storytelling with deep existential longing.

1981 · Philips

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A sophisticated blend of urban wit and gentle existential longing wrapped in lush orchestral textures.

Tracklist · 5 Tracks
02
Ela é dançarina
2:50
04
A voz do dono e o dono da voz
3:27
05
Almanaque
3:30
08
Moto-contínuo
3:43
09
Amor barato
3:20
Moments Worth Listening For
The rhythmic tension in 'Ela é dançarina' where the lyrics mirror the missed connections of a working-class couple.
The sweeping, inquisitive woodwind flourishes that punctuate the philosophical questioning of the title track.
The delicate, almost fragile guitar work on 'Amor barato' that elevates a song about 'cheap love' into high art.
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Almanaque sound next to the rest of Chico Buarque's catalogue?

Sunday Morning+1.7σ

Sunday Morning saturates this record notably more than the artist's norm.

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