Luisa

Luísa – “Luísa” (Far Out Recordings, JD57). A jewel of early-’80s Brazilian MPB finally back in reach, this two-sider catches singer Luísa gliding over satin Rhodes, nimble basslines and sunlit samba-funk arrangements. Cut in 1981 with Azymuth’s low‑end powerhouse Alex Malheiros in the mix, the single merges Rio soul sensuality with AOR warmth and a dash of boogie sparkle, the kind of melodic, softly psychedelic swing Far Out has long championed. Think breezy coastal harmonies, jazzy chord voicings and percussion that whispers rather than shouts—perfect for late‑night selectors and morning-after listeners alike. A faithful 7" reissue from Far Out, it’s a bite-size portal to a sophisticated era of MPB where songwriting elegance met studio finesse. Essential for collectors of Brazilian modern soul, lovers of Azymuth’s universe and anyone chasing that timeless, velvety groove.