Adriana Calcanhotto

Style mpb / acoustic
Origin brazil
On stage 4
Label Sony BMG
Recent release "o microbio do samba" (2011)
Territory europe
Availability all year
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»her angelic voice and instrumental acumen is inextricable from her ability to craft a set, so that practically each number alters the combination of musicians (from solo vocal numbers to extended percussion duets), as well as tempo, mood and attitude « Jazz Times
 
Brazilian Adriana Calcanhotto made her debut in the 80's and more than two decades later, she has become a major name in MPB, among the most important female singers of her generation. Her subtle music combining delicate harmony with a contemporary speech makes Adriana unique in her genre. With over 4 millions records sold, she follows the same footsteps of other great MPB names. Her unique voice is about to conquer every Brazilian music aficionado. Adriana`s recent European tours in 2010 were marked by artistic success and great attendance. She performed sell out shows in capitals like Barcelona, London, Paris, Berlin, Oslo and Amsterdam among others. Her forthcoming excursions present her brand new album "Samba Microbe", featuring great musicians from the curent alternative brazilian music scene.