Convoque seu Buda

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En 2011, Criolo burst onto the Brazilian music scene with his album "No na orelha". The latter won over the public and critics, allowing Criolo to gain numerous admirers among other Brazilian artists. His new album, "Convoque seu Buda'' (Invoke your Buddha), uses a mix of rap and song to make a subtle yet impactful social critique of the state of Brazil following the street protests before this summer's World Cup. Criolo tells the story of the most disadvantaged in urban Brazil; in the song "Cartão de Visita" we see through the eyes of a poor worker who works as a waiter at luxury parties, "Plano de Voo" speaks of the struggle of street children, and in "Casa de papelão" we meet a homeless crack addict. For "Convoque seu Buda" Criolo continues with his winning team; Daniel Ganjaman and Marcelo Cabral on production and the same talented musicians as on "No na orelha". The album was mixed in Los Angeles by Mario Caldato Jr., known for his work with the Beastie Boys and Tone Loc. "Undoubtedly the most important figure in contemporary music in Brazil" Caetano Veloso "His flow comes from rap, his melodies are catchy. With disconcerting ease, this crooner mixes hip-hop and Brazilian rhythms." Télérama Sortir