Show Notes
In this episode of Start Here, Alexis Ffrench explores the richness, rhythm and global influence of Brazilian music with DJ and broadcaster Patrick Forge.
From the foundations of samba to the intimacy of bossa nova, they unpack a musical culture shaped by African, European and indigenous influences, and one that continues to evolve today.
They explore the rhythmic DNA that underpins Brazilian music, the stories behind its most iconic sounds, and how genres like samba, bossa nova and MPB have travelled far beyond Brazil to influence music around the world.
Featuring insights into artists including Antônio Carlos Jobim, João Gilberto and Elis Regina, this episode is a vibrant and accessible introduction to one of the most sophisticated and expressive musical traditions in the world.
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