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Friday, July 30th, 2010 | Author: djlimao

Groove n’ Bossa feat. DJ Limao

31.07.10, O2 Arena

EN

“Groove n’ Bossa blends the best of Brazil with modern electronic beats” -

Wow, what a cliche it sounds doesn’t it.. awful quote to begin a post.. but I’ll let it here as these guys made it differently.
The group is led by Marcos Vianna, talented guitarist and producer with an early background in rock and other progressive musical styles. He is teamed up with Carlos Coppos, experienced bassist that brings the perfect weight to their acid samba, soulful beats nicely produced at their studio in Itaipava – Rio de Janeiro. In their words – “music made with no rush”

They perform live on stage, with percussion, vocals and dj samples with unbelievable energy and technical quality, either some brilliant versions of the finest bossa-nova’s eternal hits, either their own tracks. An absolute pleasure to hear and watch. Give it a try at http://www.quantitum.net/gnb/. Their second album, Sexy Lady is there available.

Then came the Brazilian Day, massive Brazilian festival in London, sponsored by Globo TV, more than 30.000 expected (last year’s attendance). In 2010 host at world class O2 Arena, July 31st, the festival is bringing massive names of Brazilian music in all styles, from western (sertaneja) superstars Cesar Menotti e Fabiano , to pure samba old school masters Fundo de Quintal.
Among then, bringing a spice of class to the main stage at 3:30pm, Groove n’ Bossa, who invited me to join them on stage, to spin the beats,  add some samples and energy to their fantastic show. I, flattered, accepted, and after two rehearsals I’m absolutely sure that this gonna be an unforgettable experience.

Thanks Marquinhos, thanks Carlinhos. There we go.

PT

“Groove n’ Bossa mistura o melhor do Brasil com modernos beats eletronicos”

Nossa, que clichezão pobre prá começar um post não? Mas vou deixar aqui porque estes caras fizeram o clichê diferente.

O grupo é liderado por Marcos Vianna, um guitarrista talentoso e produtor de mão cheia com grande experiência em rock e outros estilos. Ele toca com Carlos Coppos, baixista experiente que apóia perfeitamente os beats produzidos no estudio da dupla em Itaipava-RJ. Nas palavras dos mesmos “musica feita sem pressa”.

Eles tocam ao vivo com percurssão , voz e smples de dj, com inacreditável energia e qualidade técnica, remixes dos clássicos da bossa, ou músicas próprias. Um verdadeiro prazer de assitir ou ouvir. Aliás o segundo album deles, Sexy Lady, está disponível no http://www.quantitum.net/gnb/

E eis que veio o Brazilian Day, festival brasileiro gigantesco em Londres, patrocinado pela Globo, apresentado pelo Serginho Groissman, que no passado reuniu mais de 30.000 pessoas, e este ano vem ainda maior, no mundialmente conhecido O2 Arena. O festival está trazendo grandes nomes para todos os gostos, como César Menotti e Fabiano e Fundo de Quintal(na versão do post em inglês eu explico quem são, mas prá bom brasileiro, em português dispensam apresentação). Entre eles, trazendo um toque de classe ao palco principal as 3:30 da tarde, vem o Groove n’ Bossa, e eu fui convidado para ser o DJ da banda neste mega show em Londres. Bom, sábado a tarde, não ia estar fazendo nada… aceitei. E agora na véespera, depois de dois ensaios incríveis, tenho certeza de que será uma experiência inesquecível (já que comecei com clichê, assim termino.. HA)

Valeu pela confiança, Marquinhos e Carlinhos. Vombora!

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Jungle Sessions - CASUARINA
When
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
26 May 2010, 20:00 - Jungle Sessions @ Guanabara - CASUARINA [Edit] [Cancel]
Parker Street corner to Drury Lane
London, London and South East WC2B 5PW
UK
Cost:£7(adv)/£10(door))
Description:JUNGLE SESSIONS AT GUANABARA presents CASUARINA One of the most important names in the new generation of sambistas, Casuarina is amongst Rio’s hottest musical projects. Presenting the show of their new, acclaimed album ‘MTV apresenta Casuarina’, for the 1st time in London. Jungle Sessions at Guanabara is an exciting new partnership between Guanabara and JungleDrums magazine, supported by TAP airlines. We open our ‘Sessions’ by bringing you one of the most important names in the new generation of sambistas, Casuarina. Amongst Rio’s hottest musical projects, Casuarina has attracted the carioca youth (from Rio de Janeiro) back into love with samba. For the 1st time in London, they will present material from their new and acclaimed album ‘MTV apresenta Casuarina’, translating the concept of the famous ‘roda de samba’ (samba circle). The setlist includes songs written by the band and classic sambas and gems by João Nogueira, Candeia, Nei Lopes, Paulinho da Viola, Zé Keti, Dorival Caymmi and Vinícius de Moraes. With Casuarina, tradition does not contradict the present and the past breathes the contemporary! Limao hosts the evening, djing before and after the show.

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Friday, May 21st, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Limao@Central
When
Friday, May 21, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Barrio Central (map)
6, Poland street, Soho
London, United Kingdom W1F 8PS
Other Info
The new born baby of Barrio family is npt just an amazingly cosy bar but as well has a basement with an awesome sound system and an always beautifully filled dancefloor. Really special, intimate gig.

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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Camino 3rd Birthday
When
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Camino Restaurant (map)
Regent Quarter, King’s Cross, 3 Varnishers Yard
London, United Kingdom N1 9FD
Other Info
:Limao joins Molotov Jukebox to provide good, vibrant music at Camino’s birthday. Amazing location, amazing tapas, Amazing drinks. Feliz Cumpleanos.

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Thursday, May 13th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
DECK CLASH@GUANABARA DJ Limao vs D.vyzor + live:Family Funk
When
Thursday, May 13, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
DJs Limão & D.Vyzor go head to head at Guanabara’s stage, spinning cool Brazilian house and party beats versus dance floor fillers – setting up the perfect dancing vibe for the evening. LIVE: Family Funk is an electrifying band capturing the true spirit of old school funk and soul music. Featuring the best 70s and 80s classics, they deliver them in a style as refined as their own. Live credits include HRH Prince William’s 21st birthday, Lionel Richie & The Scissor Sisters. Tonight they will feature the full 11 piece band, performing funky Brazilian tunes guaranteed to get the party started! £5 after 9PM LIVE: Family Funk is an electrifying band capturing the true spirit of old school funk and soul music. Featuring the best 70s and 80s classics, they deliver them in a style as refined as their own. Live credits include HRH Prince William’s 21st birthday, Lionel Richie & The Scissor Sisters. Tonight they will feature the full 11 piece band, performing funky Brazilian tunes guaranteed to get the party started!

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Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Guanabara SambaSamba - DJ LIMAO + live KITA STEUER & SAMBA SOUL TRANSATLANTICO
When
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
Dj Limao sets this week wraps a very special band. Kita Steuer leads 9-piece combo Samba Soul Transatlantico and promises to get everybody on the dance floor hooked to their fusion of Samba-Rock, Soul and Funk. Their set features original songs, new arrangements to classic tunes such as The Pink Panther Theme and Tom Jobim’s Samba do Aviao – plus renditions of Banda Black Rio, Gilberto Gil, Clube do Balanco, Trio Mocoto, and of course, Samba-Rock king Jorge Ben. With musicians from Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Tel Aviv and London, the band’s unique sound blends Brazilian flavour (Samba-Rock) with the spirit of James Brown and Stevie Wonder. Live music 10:30, then Limao spins till late.

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Thursday, May 06th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
DECK CLASH@GUANABARA DJ Limao vs D.vyzor + live:Soul Fiesta
When
Thursday, May 6, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
DJs Limão and D.Vyzor go head to head at Guanabara’s stage, spinning cool Brazilian house and party beats versus dance floor fillers – setting up the perfect dancing vibe for the evening. LIVE: Over the last 3 years, 9-piece band SOUL FIESTA has become a permanent fixture on London’s music scene. Blending Brazilian music with funk, disco and Reggae, their fantastically bouncy set always keeps the dance floor heaving. Formerly known as Mandinga, their influences include Clube do Balanço, Olodum, Banda Black Rio, Bob Marley, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Gilberto Gil, Ed Motta, Buena Vista, Jorge Ben Jor, Bezerra da Silva, Santana and Gloria Estefan, among others.

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Wednesday, May 05th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
SambaSamba - DJ LIMAO + live Chico Chagas & Gafieira Brasil
When
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
Samba de Gafieira is a unique musical style combining tango and afro rhythms. Playing live is the wonderful Chico Chagas & Gafieira Brasil, a 7-piece band (featuring acclaimed saxophonist Dave O’Higgins) including percussion, drums, accordion, sax, guitar, flute and clarinet that will make you dance the night away! Oh, and DJ Limão on the decks make up for a perfect evening!

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Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Samba Samba _ Kita Steuer & Sambasoul transatlantico
When
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
Dj Limao sets this week wraps a very special band. Kita Steuer leads 9-piece combo Samba Soul Transatlantico and promises to get everybody on the dance floor hooked to their fusion of Samba-Rock, Soul and Funk. Their set features original songs, new arrangements to classic tunes such as The Pink Panther Theme and Tom Jobim’s Samba do Aviao – plus renditions of Banda Black Rio, Gilberto Gil, Clube do Balanco, Trio Mocoto, and of course, Samba-Rock king Jorge Ben. With musicians from Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Tel Aviv and London, the band’s unique sound blends Brazilian flavour (Samba-Rock) with the spirit of James Brown and Stevie Wonder. Live music 10:30, then Limao spins till late.

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Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 | Author: djlimao
What
Guanabara - Chico Chagas & Gafieira Brasil
When
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
8:00pm - All Ages
Where
Parker Street
corner of Drury Lane, WC2B 5PW
London, England

London's Premiere Late Night Brazilian venue.

Other Info
The term “gafieira” comes from the beginning of the 20th century to describe the dance halls of the working class neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro. The music played in those ballrooms absorbed a wide range of musical influences, including Afro-Brazilian samba rhythms, French dance forms, Argentine tango, and North American big-band music. As a truly unique form of dance music evolved, with its dazzling arrangements and instrumentation, the word came to describe the music itself, as well as the various styles of dancing. Playing live is the wonderful Chico Chagas & Gafieira Brasil, a 7-piece band including percussion, drums, accordion, sax, guitar, flute and clarinet that will make you dance the night away, After that, DJ Limao strikes the dance floor with soulful Brazilian beats, from samba soul to latin house, always with the outstanding researcher spirit that is usual in his gigs. and the crowd always ends up dancing later in the evening. Come early for free entrance and samba classes.

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