Ben, Jorge: Samba Esquema Novo (Vinyl LP)

Jorge Ben's first full-length record, this 1963 release contains the hit singles "Mas Que Nada" and "Chove Chuva" and typifies the light yet propulsive rhythms that afforded Ben a decades-long career in Brazilian pop.

Not yet pared down to the more rock-and Afro percussive-driven sound he eventually developed, Samba Esquema Novo (which translates to "New Style Samba") is replete with swirling bossa nova rhythms and soaring choruses.

Its big-band-style accompaniment, nicely off-set by Ben's signature minor-tone guitar workings, propels the set into an upbeat and enjoyable listen.

2023 reissue, pressed on 180 gram black vinyl.

1. Mas, Que Nada!
2. Tim Dom Dom
3. Balança Pema
4. Vem Morena, Vem
5. Chove Chuva
6. É Só Sambar
7. Capoeira
8. Vamos Embora "Uau"
9. Nena Naná
10. Rosa, Menina Rosa
11. Quero Esquecer Você
12. Uála Uálalá
13. A Tamba
14. Menina Bonita Não Chora
15. Por Causa De Você, Menina
16. Jeitao De Preto Velho
17. Menina Do Vestido Coral