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Azymuth started their career back in the early 1970s when Marcos Valle invited them to record on a soundtrack LP in tribute to the Formula 1 racing driver Emerson Fittipaldi.One of the tracks was entitled Azimuth, and after the great success of this record in Brazil they asked Marcos if they could use it as the name for their band. This was the official start of Azymuth. At this point there was a fourth member, Ariovaldo - the percussionist of the group who died tragically in the mid-Seventies, throwing into question the continued existence of the band.
Their first recording as a quartet was a four track EP with Polydor, which went on to be used in a successful novella (Brazilian soap opera). The records sales followed the massive popularity of the programme. From this followed their first LP with the Som Livre label and 'Linha Do Horizonte' (used in another novella). This LP featured other classics like Manha (a standard on the London club scene) and Faca De Conta. The unique Azymuth sound was born.
The second album Aguia Nao Come Mosca was an even bigger success. It was also released in the USA and Japan on Atlantic Records, bringing Azymuth international attention. This LP led to a world signing with the North American jazz label Milestone Records. To the band this was something of a surprise - they were just playing their own music, which they saw as MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira) with a touch of jazz.
In 1979 their first Milestone release became one of the best-selling LPs on the label. It featured the worldwide disco/fusion hit Jazz Carnival. As a single, it sold over 500,000 internationally and remained in the UK top 20 for eight weeks. Azymuth went on to record a string of albums on Milestone, establishing themselves as one the worlds great jazz bands. They played in the best jazz festivals and venues around the globe, and worked with other musicians like Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Deodato and Stevie Wonder.
In 1983 the three members started solo careers, whilst still recording collectively. However, the trios burgeoning solo commitments caused a heavy toll - by 1987, Azymuth had split.
In 1995 Joe Davis from Far Out Recordings was introduced to Azymuth, whilst on a recording project in Rio working with Brazils best jazz musicians. Instantly they struck a common bond through the music that they loved. Not long afterwards, Joe asked them to record for his label. In 1996 the album Carnival was released, to excellent reviews and critical acclaim - a welcome return to the bands creative best.
Since 1996 the Azymuth sound has gone from strength to strength and has gained many new, younger fans across Europe. Through their energetic shows and especially through remixes by some of the most exciting producers around (Roni Size, 4 Hero, Jazzanova, Kenny Dope and Global Communications to name a few) theyve become an important force once again on the underground jazz scene.
Their new album for Far Out pays homage to the different styles they have created over the years, albeit with 100% new recordings. The album is split into three different parts, representing their 30 years. Tracks featuring Roberto Menescal, Emilio Santiago, and Fabiola represent the early years when Azymuth recorded with a constant stream of singers, creating some of the Brazils most popular vocal bossas and sambas. Representing Azymuths fertile period of the late 70s and early 80s (when they would regularly sell in excess of 500,000 albums!) they welcome percussionists Cidinho Moreira and Chacal, creating the classic Azymuth sound as heard on Jazz Carnival, Partido Alto and Dear Limertz.
DISCOGRAPHY
1973 - O Fabuloso Fittipaldi 1975 - Linha Do Horizonte 1976 - Azimuth EP - Polydor 1977 - Agua Nao Come Mosca - Som Livre Rec 1979 - Light As Feather - Milestones 1980 - Outubro - Milestone 1981 - Telecommunication - Milestone 1982 - Cascades - Milestone 1983 - Rapid Transit - Milestone 1984 - Flame - Milestone 1985 - Spectrum - Milestone 1985 - Live At Copocabana Palace - SBA 1986 - Tightrope Walker - Milestone 1987 - Crazy Rhythm - Milestones 1988 - Jazz Carnival - Best Of Azymuth - BGP 1989 - Tudo Bem - Enigma/EMI 1990 - Curumim - Enigma/EMI 1994 - The Beat Of Azymuth - Ace 1995 - 21 Anos - Spotlight 1996 - Carnival - Far Out Recordings 1998 - Woodland Warrior - Far Out Recordings 1999 - Pieces of Ipanema - Far Out Recordings 2001 - Before We Forget Far Out Recordings 2002 - Partido Novo - Far Out Recordings 2004 - Brazilian Soul - Far Out Recordings 2007- Azymuth- Far Out Recordings
Thanks for supporting the independent artist by promoting their music on your page. The Soulchoonz Show plays the best independents & keeps the world grooving. Tune in and enjoy!
The Soulchoonz Show with DJ Gary Spence Programmed by Di-Lee July 2008 Playlist
Nu & Upfront 1. Robin Thicke – Magic 2. Mose Stovall - Dance 3. Omar Cunningham – That’s My Jam 4. Jaheim – Roster 5. Nickita Germaine – Enough is Enough 6. Kloud 9 – Quality Time 7. Darrius Willrich – Cant Get Enough 8. Devier – This Time 9. Chante Moore – First Kiss 10. Candycream – Love What You Do 11. Venue Connection – Cool Vanilla 12. Venue Connection – Stay at Home
Flashback 13. Cecil Parker - Really Really Love You 14. David Josias - Ghetto Love 15. Eric Chad - On My Way 16. Jonas - Things Gotta Change 17. Deni Hines - Imagination 18. Lance Ellington - Pleasure And Pain
Nu & Upfront (continued) 19. Tyrone Lee - Get To Know You 20. Sophia Nelson - Over 21. Marys Mine - Marvin Robs Seductive Soul Remix 22. Adrian - Who's That Lady 23. Cynthia Jones - Take Me Back 24. Ashanti Munir - Lovers & Friends 25. Ashanti Munir - I'm Staying Home Tonight 26. Lee McDonald - I'll Do Anything 4u (remix) 27. Frank H Carter III - Caught Up 28. Lori Dow - I Love The Way 29. Bobby Staccato – Drop It Lowe 30. Don-E - Stay A While
Adorei o video da Sabrina e album, fala para ela ligar para a gente em Londres para a gente se encontrar, De uma olhada na nossa pagina um diretor Ingles fez um video otimo para nossa banda. De repente ela podia usar ele tambem, beijos, Simone
Shalom! Many thanks for the add. Strangely enough, I only learned of your musical existence a few days ago. I love the aesthetic and the cohesiveness of the band. So, I should have gathered that you guys have some history. I plan to support. I LOVE the sounds you create!
Que absurdo.......Que SOm....quando ouço AZMUTH, minha alma BAILA com os anjos.\singular ... melodico...original...criativo.... surreal...\eterno....\sou \fã!!!! Se possível ouça o meu som....fico grato desde já....MAyR BRASIL............LUZZZZZZZZ
Thanks for being connected to Paleo Festival's Plat'Forme Stage 2008!!
We are located in the Pl'Asse, a huge area with free access between the festival ground and the camping area.
DJ's, live electronics, street art and ambulatory musicians will entertain you all week long!
Complete program on our myspace :)
MERCI d'être connecté à la Plat'Forme du Paléo Festival 2008!!
Nous sommes situés dur la Pl'Asse, une grande zone accès libre située entre le terrain du festival et le camping.
DJ's, live electronics, art de rue et musiciens ambulatoires vous enchanteront tout le long de la semaine!
Programme complet sur notre myspace :)
Artistes:
The Peaking Goddess Collective DJ Vinz Da Groove Spectral Paradisis The Revolutionary Guard Moleque De Rua DJ Nygma DJ Doca DJ Ramon & DJ Mercury Fall Vagalatschk Cie Abrapalabra DJ Temujin Mash Up Collective
Tikaneis? ela ela eh eh grecia, entao? vi as fotos, beleza! estive bastante por la e ano passado toquei em Ikaria ( a ilha onde caiu Ikaros...), que nao fica tao longe de Mikonos! se voces ainda estao por ae, vale a pena conferir Ikaria... e perguntem por Ilias Barkopolous, que e' amigo meu e todos conhecem e, Mithos, tzatziki, Rebetika e panigiri garantido! abs
Obrigado pela sua amizade! Aprecio a sua música, e eu particularmente gosto de título Partito alto !!!!! Tenho a satisfação de ser parte de seus amigos espaço! Muito quente! Daniel DD
Opa gente! o show em Copa, na segunda feira foi muito legal...as canjas da nova geração tb... só faltou a Sabrina para fazer o vocal da Flora em Partido Alto... parabéns, como dempre, pelo show. Azymuth continua soando fresh as the sea wind!! realmente inspirador! texturas sonoras viajantes com o teclado do Bertrami. grande abraço para vcs!! MBg
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The Soulchoonz Show with DJ Gary Spence Programmed by Di-Lee June 2008 Playlist
New & Upfront 1. Joey Negro & The Sunburst Band – Put A Lyric In It 2. Alex Lattimore – Keep Risin’ To The Top 3. Don E – Someday Somehow 4. Al Green Ft Anthony Hamilton – You Got The Love I Need 5. Monifa, Teddy Pendergrass & Melba Moore – My People 6. Johnnie Marshall – Wont Be No Heartache 7. Trina Broussard – Not Around 8. Adrian – Time For Romance 9. Angela Blair – Badd As You 10. Rachel Brown – Lets Fall In Love Again 11. Pru – Hazy Shades 12. The Politik – Saturn (Gentlemens Players Mix)
Flashback 13. Gayle Adams – Love Fever 14. Billy Griffin – Be With Me 15. Barry White – There It Is (Alex’s Remix) 16. Al Scratch Ft Brian McKnight – I’ll Take Her 17. Delegation – Oh Honey
New & Upfront 18. Brian Culbertson Ft Ledishi – The
