Tom Cohen - Embraceable Brazil (2025) [Hi-Res]

Drummer and arranger Tom Cohen has released Embraceable Brazil, an album serving as a tribute to Brazilian musical culture, specifically the bossa nova genre. The material was recorded over a decade utilizing various ensembles, ranging from trios to octets. The tracklist features classic compositions by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Toninho Horta, alongside a unique arrangement of a Carly Simon song. The recording features several guest vocalists and noted instrumentalists, including saxophonist Larry McKenna. The album is characterized by its elegant sound and warm atmosphere, successfully blending jazz traditions with Latin American rhythms.

Tracklist:
1-1 Tom Cohen, Barbara Mendes - Eu Só Quero Um Xodó (feat. Barbara Mendes) [4:05]
1-2 Tom Cohen, Klaus Mueller, John Swana - You're So Vain [3:23]
1-3 Tom Cohen - Francisca [4:16]
1-4 Tom Cohen, Larry McKenna, Barbara Mendes, Edson Da Silva Café - The Girl From Ipanema (feat. Barbara Mendes, Larry McKenna & Edson Da Silva Café) [3:40]
1-5 Tom Cohen, John Swana, Chico Pinheiro - Tarde (feat. Chico Pinheiro & John Swana) [4:19]
1-6 Tom Cohen - Bye Bye Brazil [2:47]
1-7 Tom Cohen, Barbara Mendes, Cidinho Teixeira - Brigas Nunca Mais (feat. Barbara Mendes & Cidinho Teixeira) [3:59]
1-8 Tom Cohen - Look to the Sky [4:09]
1-9 Tom Cohen, Filó Machado - Adeus América (feat. Filó Machado) [6:06]
1-10 Tom Cohen, Orlando Haddad, Patricia King - Aquelas Coisas (Orlando Haddad & Patricia King) [4:14]
1-11 Tom Cohen - Café Com Pão [3:42]
1-12 Tom Cohen - Joyous Lake [4:32]
1-13 Tom Cohen, Valtinho Anastacio - Bebê (feat. Valtinho Anastacio) (Live) [5:14]