13. Parabéns Dança Do Daniel [Daz-I-Kue-Bugz in the Attic Remix][*]
14. Nêga Do Balaio [Buscemi's Jungle Jazz Remix][*]
The follow-up to 2001âs worldwide smash âEscapeâ and 2002âs âChill Brazilâ - âContrastsâ is Marcos Valleâs 21st album to date yet he sounds as fresh and relaxed as ever. Produced by Valle, Far Outâs Roc Hunter and Joe Davis - the album is bursting with uplifting Bossas such as opener âBesteiras De Amorâ and âParabensâ, as well as poignant love songs like âNega Do Balaioâ and âPassatempoâ
"To many people, Marcos Valle IS Brazil", comments Far Outâs Joe Davis. "His up-tempo Bossas personify the youthful optimism of the Brazilian people whilst his poignant ballads reflect their often overlooked melancholy". Adds Marcos: "I love sunny days at the beach but also rainy, overcast afternoons and both the upbeat and saudade (melancholic) can be felt in my music."
Containing the dancefloor smash âParabensâ, âContrastsâ will appeal to newcomers to Brazilian music who have reached him through Bebel Gilberto as well as long-time fans. With itâs uplifting horns, irresistible beats, warm guitars and Marcosâ sensual voice âContrastsâ is as Brazilian as a stroll down Copacabana.