Various – Hidden Waters: Strange And Sublime Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro

"Hidden Waters: Strange And Sublime Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro" is an homage to the vibrant and resurgent contemporary music scene in Rio de Janeiro, which over the past decade has been redefining tradition through experimentation.

Featuring over 20 groundbreaking artists, this compilation captures the spirit of a movement driven by collaboration, creative freedom, and genre fusion. Samba, bossa nova, jazz, and funk intersect with experimental electronics, lo-fi rock, and Afro-Brazilian influences such as Candomblé, resulting in a bold and hybrid sound that echoes both Tropicália and the cutting edge of global avant-garde. With contributions from iconic figures like Negro Leo, Ava Rocha, Thiago Nassif, Ana Frango Elétrico, Letrux, Kassin, and many more, this album offers a compelling portrait of Rio’s cultural underground — a sonic revolution already rippling across international waters.