Arlindo Cruz - Fundamental - Arlindo Cruz (2013)

Fifteen years ago, the record label Deck (still called Deckdisc) began its independent operations. Since 1998, its history has been marked by investing in new artists, investing in careers, undertaking special projects, and being bold, always believing in success. To celebrate this incredible milestone, Deck created the "Fundamental" series, which will be released in December, exclusively in digital format, and which will include 47 compilations from its catalog. "Upon reaching 15 years of age, Deck feels like a debutante eager for her prom," says João Augusto, general director and one of its founders. "And since there won't be a prom, we decided to compile our catalog for the first time, to showcase everything we've built during this period. Among the titles is a selection of the best songs from the "O Som do Barzinho" series, the label's first major hit, with over 1 million copies sold. Also in the collection is a CD/compilation of the project “Beatles ‘n’ Choro”, the brainchild of Renato Russo, from Legião Urbana, which generated 4 albums featuring the songs of the Liverpool quartet in the rhythm of choro.With their first six albums released by Deck, Sorriso Maroto will have some of their greatest hits split into two volumes, due to their sheer number of hits. The best songs released by the label, from Edson & Hudson and Grupo Revelação, were also split into two albums. Other artists whose greatest hits were compiled include Falamansa, Rastapé, Matanza, Fernanda Takai, Erasmo Carlos, Arlindo Cruz, Dead Fish, Ultraje a Rigor, Teresa Cristina & Grupo Semente, and Naldo Benny. In addition, there will be some compilations divided by musical style, performed by various names in Brazilian music, such as "Bossa Nova," "Samba pra Festa," "MPB," and "Forró," among others. As the name suggests, this series will feature some of the "Fundamentals" of the greatest titles released by Deck over its 15 years.