Name: Vapor
Brand: Bixiga 70

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

GBLP146

Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-10-13

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

4030433614617

Total Cap

Black LP

GBCD146

2023-12-01

4030433614624

Artist

Bixiga 70

Genre GB

African

Label GB

Glitterbeat

Glitterbeat is an independent music label specializing in vibrant global sounds from Africa and beyond. Established in 2012 as a subsidiary of Glitterhouse Records, it became independent in 2014. With a commitment to both cultural traditions and contemporary expression, Glitterbeat represents artists such as Aziza Brahim, Tamikrest, Noura Mint Seymali, Bassekou Kouyate, Bixiga 70, Sacri Cuori, Samba Toure, Fofoulah, Dirtmusic, Damir Imamovič, MAKU Soundsystem, Altin Gün and Gaye Su Akyol.
Glitterbeat's diverse roster showcases the rich musical heritage of Africa and other regions around the world. The label prides itself on presenting artists who are deeply rooted in their cultures while pushing boundaries with innovative sounds and modern production techniques.
With its distinctive approach to global music exploration and its commitment to showcasing talented artists from diverse backgrounds, Glitterbeat has become a leading force in the international music scene. Their releases offer listeners an opportunity to discover captivating rhythms and melodies that transcend borders and celebrate the power of music as a universal language.

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"Key to Bixiga 70's style is how the group both breaks ground and can sling a universally appealing tune - balancing a sense of modernity with retro brass and hand percussion that draws on the centuries-old West African-Caribbean connection still so crucial to Brazilian musical aesthetics today." -- Pop MattersSao Paulo'sAfro-Brazilian groove visionariesBixiga 70 return with an ecstatic 5th album -Vapor- their first in four years. The sound is joyful, a series of potent horn driven melodies and infectious polyrhythms. More than a return,Vaporis a rebirth for Bixiga 70, with the exuberance of a party; ten people who are happy to be playing together and find a release of energy in their music."We're a stage band, that's our natural habitat," says baritonesax playerCuca Ferreira."A show has its own narrative, and we tried to give that to this album."

Vapor

Music GB

Discover Vapor by Bixiga 70. Sao Paulo's Afro-Brazilian groove visionaries return with an ecstatic 5th album on Glitterbeat. Joyful melodies and infectious polyrhythms await.