Putumayo - Afro-Brazil by Putumayo (2026) [Hi-Res]

Afro-Brazil is a vibrant collection of contemporary axé and samba-reggae that captures the soulful sounds of Salvador and the irresistible energy of a Bahian street party.

Salvador is a city where the African roots of Brazilian culture reveal themselves in the omnipresent rhythms of Candomblé ceremonies, capoeira circles to the thunderous percussion of Carnival street parades. The songs on Afro-Brazil reflect the influence of that living heritage on the broader Brazilian music scene by featuring artists from across the country who seek inspiration in the music and mythology of Bahia.

The artists on Afro-Brazil are not yet widely known, even within Brazil, but their talent is undeniable and their music is as upbeat and joyful as anything coming out of Brazil today. Whether you are already a lover of Brazilian music or coming to it for the first time, these ten musical gems will get your feet moving and leave you wanting more. Axé!