Tim Maia's self-titled 1973 album is one of those records that hits you from the very first groove and doesn't let go. Originally released on Polydor Brazil, this was the fourth in a series of Tim's self-titled albums-and many fans and critics still consider it the crown jewel. Packed with irresistible hooks, lush arrangements, and that unmistakable Tim Maia swagger, the album captures the singer at the peak of his creative powers. If you're new to Tim Maia, here's the quick story: born in Rio de Janeiro, Tim was a larger-than-life icon whose music married American soul and funk with Brazilian samba and pop long before "fusion" was a buzzword. A true musical polymath, he absorbed everything from Curtis Mayfield to Motown and translated it into a sound entirely his own-gritty, passionate, and full of groove. He didn't just introduce soul to Brazil; he made it Brazilian.

Quinteplus vinyl lp This first-time reissue of Quinteplus' self-titled album (1971) brings back a vital chapter of Argentine jazz history, revealing a band that was truly ahead of the curve and still resonates powerfully today. - Most tracks feature crisp trumpet and tenor sax up front, confidently led by electric piano parts that open things up with a sharp mix of funk and modal influences. The rhythm section shines as well-the drums and bass are tight and punchy, yet they leave plenty of air, creating a spacious feel that at times brings to mind the classic Cannonball Adderley soul jazz sound. - It features important figures in Argentinian jazz such as Jorge Anders or "Pocho" Lapouble. Vinyl LP pressing.

Gal Costa Released in 1969, Gal Costa is the album that cemented Gal as one of the boldest voices of Brazil's Tropicalia movement - and it still sounds thrillingly alive today. Coming right after the genre-shaking Tropicalia ou Panis et Circencis, this LP captures a moment when Brazilian music was breaking rules, blending psychedelia, rock, samba, and poetic experimentation into something totally new. Vinyl LP pressing.