Intimate, whisper-quiet, and incredibly dynamic. The recording quality is legendary among audiophiles for its separation and clarity. It is just Gil and his guitar, occasionally joined by sparse, perfect instrumentation.
Recorded immediately after returning to Brazil from political exile in London, this record serves as an ecstatic celebration of homecoming and musical rebirth. It balances the avant-garde rock traits Gil picked up in Europe with a joyful return to his acoustic, northeastern Afro-Brazilian roots. "Back in Bahia" and "Oriente".
Think sophisticated disco beats, horn sections, and the distinct swing of Bahian guitar. It is "light" music with the heavy weight of masterful songwriting.