Name: India
Brand: Gal Costa

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MRBLP282

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r27580890]

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

50th Anniversary Edition - Half Speed Remaster. Housed in Gatefold Sleeve with OBI Strip, A2 Poster and Insert.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-07-07

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

7119691290218

Total Cap

Black LP

MRBLP149

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Extended format: No

Housed in a Gatefold Tip on Sleeve.

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Gal Costa

Genre GB

Latin / South American 

Label GB

Mr Bongo

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Rough Trade Essential

Gal Costa was a Brazilian singer of popular music. She was born on September 26, 1945 in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil and passed away on November 9, 2022. Gal began her musical journey at a young age, immersing herself in classical music during her mother's pregnancy. She developed a passion for Bossa Nova and pursued her love for music by working at a record store. Gal made her professional debut alongside renowned artists such as Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso. Throughout her career, she released numerous albums and became known for her unique blend of Brazilian stylizations and North American psychedelic influences.
Gal Costa's first album "Domingo" was released in 1967 and featured the hit song "Coração Vagabundo". She gained further recognition with her participation in the Tropicalismo movement, recording songs that became classics of Brazilian popular music. Her eponymous solo debut album in 1969 solidified her status as an influential artist within the Tropicalismo genre.
In addition to singing songs composed by well-known Brazilian songwriters such as Tom Jobim and Erasmo Carlos, Gal Costa achieved great success with the single "Festa Do Interior" from the album "Fantasia". This multi-platinum hit propelled her career to new heights.

Mr Bongo is a British label that was founded in 1989. Originally located in a small record shop of the same name, it later moved to various locations in Soho and Shibuya, Japan. In 1999, the label's office was relocated to Brighton and its London & Shibuya shops were closed in 2003. However, a new shop was opened in Brighton in 2016. Since 2004, Mr Bongo has expanded into the world of cinema and also has a publishing division that produces and licenses music for third parties.
The label's rich history and diverse range of music make it an influential player in the industry. With its extensive catalog and commitment to quality, Mr Bongo continues to be at the forefront of discovering new talent and delivering exceptional music experiences.
Label Code: LC 12527

Brazil

A post-Tropicalia masterpiece from one of the movements key figures and true legends of Brazilian music, Gal Costa. 

Features a stellar line up of musicians including Gilberto Gil, Arthur Verocai, Dominguinhos, Roge 769;rio Duprat and Tenorio Jr. amongst others. Replica original Gatefold including the cover that was banned by the Brazilian military government in 1973 during the brutal dictatorship. India includes the incredible Pontos De Luz as sampled by Kaytranada on Lite Spots and one of our favourite Brazilian songs of all time. A wonderful album from start to finish, touching on MPB, folk, jazz, funk and rock with strong Tropicalia and Nordestino influences throughout.

For its 50th anniversary, we knew we had to do something special, so we enlisted the sensational mastering and lacquer-cutting engineer Miles Showell from Abbey Road to cut a half-speed master for a beautiful spacious sound.

The album is housed in its original replica gatefold cover with an OBI. There is also an insert with an interview, and an A2 poster exclusive to this release.

R.I.P. Gal Maria da Graca Penna Burgos Costa, your light shines on.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India

Music GB

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