...but I was born in Chile and grew up in Valinhos, a suburb of Sao Paulo (home of CéU). This is not the Luca Susan Vega sang about, but MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira) artist Luca Mundaca is certainly worthy of song and celebration. She has been compared to the phenomenal Marisa Monte, and follows in the tradition of Toquinho, Jobim, and Maria Rita, taking Brazilian music with a modern twist to worldwide audiences.
Her album, Day by Day, which includes “Ha Dias,” her song that won in the world fusion category of an international songwriting competition in 2007. The track was also included on the Putumayo compilation, Brazilian Lounge. Day by Day, inspired by bossa nova and growing up on rock and pop, in boasts a jazzy, funky spirit and a bit of mellow alt-rock. At times, Luca seems uncertain of which direction she wants to go, but keep with her, she’s on her way to a place we’ll want to follow her to.
Sao Paulo, Brazil is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world (ok, I hear this from a Rio native, I don’t know it for fact), and the local music scene is supposed to be incredible, vibrant, and keep you up all night, every night. Get a taste of it with Luca Mundaca (And while you’re at it, pick up a copy of CéU’s self-titled album, which was nominated for a 2006 Grammy and featured in Starbuck’s stores in 2007)
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