Artist

Gal Costa

1964-2022·Salvador

Gal Costa's voice defined Tropicália's vocal aesthetic, capable of sliding from crystalline pop melody into raw, unguarded power within a single phrase. Born in Salvador in 1945, she was part of the Bahian collective that opened the Vila Velha Theatre in July 1964, just months after the military coup that would shadow the entire movement.

The full story is in Brazilian Tropicália.

At a glance

Active
1964–2022
From
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Listening guide track
“Baby”

Listen

In the Brazilian Tropicália listening guide: “Baby”

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In the issues

  • Brazilian Tropicália
    Supporting cast · 1967-1972 · Members

    Brazilian Tropicália is a music scene from Salvador and São Paulo, Brazil, 1967–1972. Its principal artists include Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Os Mutantes and Tom Zé. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 15 dated events.

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