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Release Date Friday 16th January 2026
All pre-orders will be dispatched/made ready for collection on that day.
Jorge Ben is someone who needs no introduction. Since his first hits in the early 60s, this the greatest icons of the greatest icons of Brazilian pop music. His anthems ‘Mais Que Nada’ or ‘Pais Tropical’ are among two of the most ever listened Brazilian songs of all time.
Ben’s self-titled 1969 album is a true samba-soul masterpiece from one of Brazil’s most creative voices. This isn’t your typical late-’60s LP: Jorge Ben blends the hypnotic swing of samba with funk, psychedelia, and sun-soaked soul in a way that feels both classic and ahead of its time.
Released in November 1969, this was Jorge Ben’s sixth studio record, and his first back with the Philips label after a creative hiatus. He recorded it with the tight-knit, percussive groove of Trio Mocotó — whose rhythms lock in beautifully with Ben’s laid-back guitar and vocals. On top of that, the album features lush orchestral arrangements from José Briamonte and Rogério Duprat, adding a soaring, psychedelic dimension to Ben’s sound. Standout tracks? You’ve got the joyous anthem ‘País Tropical’, a perfect celebration of Brazilian life. Then there’s ‘Take It Easy My Brother Charles’, a socially conscious number that tells the story of a rebellious sailor — Ben weaves in themes of race, identity, and resilience.
And songs like ‘Que Pena’ bring in that sweet, soulful melancholy, while breezy cuts like ‘Criola’, ‘Domingas’, and ‘Barbarella’ highlight his playful, poetic side.
This record is a rare blend of genres — samba, soul, funk, psychedelia — and it’s got a timeless energy. Whether you’re already into Brazilian music or just looking for something fresh and soulful, Jorge Ben’s 1969 album is a joyous entry point.
Reissue on 180g vinyl.
Tracklist
SiDe A
1. Criola
2. DOmingas
3. Cadê Teresa
4. BarbarElla
5. País TroPical
Side B
1. Take It Easy My Brother Charles
2. Descobri QUe Eu Sou Um Anjo
3. Bebete VãobOra
4. Quem Foi Que ROubou A Sopeira De Porcelana Chinesa Que A Vovó Ganhou Da Baronesa?
5. Que Pena
6. Charles, Anjo 45
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