Joao Selva - Natureza

Joao Selva – Natureza
Favorite Recordings (FVR133LP)

Tropicalia, samba funk, and soulful grooves from Brazil via Lyon

Natureza marks the debut LP from Joao Selva, blending 70s-inspired Brazilian soul with funk, samba, and Tropicalia textures—produced by Bruno "Patchworks" Hovart. Rooted in the rhythmic traditions of Brazil but shaped in Lyon, the album channels the spirit of Jorge Ben, Tim Maia, and Gilberto Gil with warm Fender basslines, rich horn arrangements, and poetic vocals sung in Portuguese. It’s a bright and heartfelt record shaped by diaspora, movement, and shared groove sensibilities—linking Ipanema and France through rhythm and soul. Ships fast Australia-wide.