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| Bacamarte was a Brazilian progressive rock band.In 1977, Neto reformed Bacamarte with a new set of musicians.Bacamarte's opus, Depois do Fim.After being persuaded by a friend in 1982 he submitted the tape to a local radio to great public response; the album itself was then released in early 1983.It is currently in the top user voted using a weighted average progressive rock albums listed on ProgArchives.This page was last modified 17:53, 21 November 2007.Your account has been created.This noscript section of this tag only shows image banners.If you do not want to deal with the intricities of the noscript
* section, delete the tag (from ...The nine compositions (four instrumental) sound warm and elaborate with many changing atmospheres.Spanish guitar (like "Recuerdos de la Alhambra" from TARREGA).Prog Archives collaboratorA critical and honest magazine dedicated to PROGRESSIVE ROCKand related musics with news, reviews, and links...!This noscript section of this tag only shows image banners.Plus, the album page (but not the band page) for Gentle Giant's "Octopus."Studio Album, 1983)
Avg: 4.Hermeto Pascoal, Nana Vasconcelos and Egberto Gismonti.Good Brazilian prog with a few very solid songs, but too inconsistent to deserve four stars.UFO is a dynamic instrumental showing an immense amount of variety.This may be my favorite song here.Smog Alado keeps the variety, bringing an aggressive flute to the mix, as well as various hard rock riffs (one instantly
reminds me of Led Zeppelin).Cano is an exciting and eclectic instrumental with some tango influences.In this short track, the musicians (especially the
drummer) show their skills.It is the epic of the album and has some grandiose moments in the first third of the song, with symphonic
accompaniments to the singer.The ending is very well done however.It has some piano parts and drumming, but that
synthesizer ruins what was already something that may be considered a filler.Overall, this is a good, if unspectacular Brazilian release with a Symphonic sound.In my opinion this album has many great aspects and many weak points!The technical level of the musicians is absolutely
superb, and I really appreciate their ability to quote many bands that probably inspired them like YES, PFM, ELP etc...In
my opinion an average band trying to make something absolutely personal and unique is betterthan a great band that "sounds
like" YES (just to make an example).And this is why I think that album is nothing more than a good one.In particular in the song "controversia"
the vocals never shot the target.Average 2,5 stars really!Under the name of "Bacamarte".This album has little to do with the gem almost all reviewers praised on PA.Where are the great symphonic sounds ?It is one of the very few that can hold the comparison with their brilliant debut.But the bass solo after these is quite irrelevant.Strong and jazzy finale to close the second good original track.This band could have been remembered for ever for their great album "Depois Do Fim".Studio Album, 1983)
Avg: 4.There should be more attention paid to these bands probably.Money is also an issue I guess.Only some dedicated prog sites (like PA) could reveal such gems.Latin languages combined with prog music (sorry for German and Dutch).Anyway, this album is very much instrumental so, this shouldn't be an issue even for some Shakespearian purists."Speed King", just have a listen to the opening of "Miragem".Rather curious how "Bacamarte" comes close.They really would have deserved it.This duet of instrument peak in sensitiveness during the middle part.Crimson ("ITCOTCK") or "Genesis" ("Trespass" of course) flavours.Another great, great song.This noscript section of this tag only shows image banners.If you do not want to deal with the intricities of the noscript
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* section, delete the tag (from ...Imagine the most beautiful and delicated melodies sung by a clear and sweet female voice (in Portuguese), tons of symphonic keyboards and great guitar interplaying.Well, this is what BACAMARTE offers.At the end of the first song, you'll think that the highlight it's over, but the next track is another highlight, and the next again, and again...If you were going to buy only 1 cd this year you should make it BACAMARTE's "Depois Do Fim".BACAMARTE delivers killer guitar with amazing keyboards around some superb melodies.Songs change themes, tempo and moods frequently with epic delivery."Depois Do Fim" was well recorded and has been masterfully transferred to cd offering excellent sound quality, instrument distinction and speaker separation."Depois Do Fim" is one of the best prog albums released in the 1980s.BACAMARTE had one of the top guitarists I've heard in prog, and an impressive group of supporting musicians.Their guitarist plays catchy guitar riffs, while the keyboardist, flutist, and bassist contribute to the multiple layers of melodies to create a colorful whole.All of the songs on the original LP (the bonus track on the CD sucks) feature memorable melodies, little repetition, and tempo changes galore.She has a vocal tone that becomes charismatic after a few spins.BACAMARTE continues to play to this day, but from what I heard their prog days are long behind them.To me this is a must have album!!Along with Marcus Viana from SAGRADO CORACAO DA TERRA, he's the most important musician of the whole progressive Brazilian scene !!Brazilian group BACAMARTE (which is Portuguese for blunderbuss) recorded this gem in 1977 but it was only released in 1983.Delto Simas, and the occasional singing (in Portuguese, thankfully) of Jane Duboc.Much of the music is instrumental, but what a gorgeous voice Duboc has when she does sing.UFO', sounding as it does like the beautiful recorder of GRYPHON.Terco, Os Mutantes, A Barca Do Sol, Som Imaginario and Som Nosso De Cada Dia have
each given me a glimpse of the diversity and excitement of Brazil's classic prog
scene, but no one act has thrilled me as consistently as Bacamarte.Both the group's
albums ...Bacamarte's sound is very much rooted in the
late 70s and I believe the two albums were both recorded in the late 70s (even if
they were released in 1983 and 1999 respectively).If anything, you will be reminded
of Locanda Delle Fate and indeed it is the marvellous Italian symphonic scene
that clearly influences Bacamarte the most.Led by the extraordinary guitarist Mario
Neto, Bacamarte make music that is both daring and yet instantly embracable.The opening track UFO is a memorable one with superbly flowing acoustic guitar and
flute and a scintillating synthesizer entry from Sergio Villarim leading into choral
vocals.However the main man of this group is clearly guitarist Neto whose masterful
use of the instrument really does give the likes of Howe and Fripp a run for their
money.After dancing around the fringes, he takes centre stage 4 minutes into UFO
with a classical solo of dexterity and exquisite delicacy ...The closing title track is everything one could ask for ...Duboc
reminds us of her presence once again (as good as her vocals are, they almost seem intrusive or uncharacteristic of the band, a feeling which becomes stronger when one hears As Sete Cidades on which she does not participate).Her vocal turn here will undoubtedly ring bells in the heads of Annie Haslam fans, that is before Neto does another mind blowing solo (and I must emphasise that this is something that would blows many a prog guitarist out of the water) and finally there's an outro
which is embellished upon by a Moura flute solo in a world class moment that will get you if you're the sort you swoons at Locanda Delle Fate!As Sete Cidades when I discovered that album ...I'm
not entirely sure)!Neto that ranks among his greatest, and one mean synth solo to
boot!I'm not sure if I've been effusive enough about Bacamarte in general and Mario Neto
in particular.The man is a genius, the band is outstanding, this album is a
masterpiece.And the lyrics aren't in English.Bacamarte's Depois do Fim, based on several well written reviews that praised it effusely.But anyway, on the album itself.Ultimo Entardecer is the album's (mini) epic, clocking in at just over nine and a half minutes.Not the highlight of the album, but in no way bad.Depois Do Fim is up with Smog Alado as one of the best tracks on this amazing album.It builds, and creates a great track, and an excellent closer.And that's not something I throw about lightly.Yes, they are beautiful and a joy to listen to, but they all seem to sound the same on each track.First, i'd like to dedicate this review to "evenless" for his encouraging words.What a great sound after 3 minutes."Man,this guy can play such complex,intricate melodies!""Controversia" is a jazzy instrumental with the piano leading the way.The drumming is again excellent.But from what I understand that was not quite the same or nearly as good.One of the strongest works Bacamarte ever recorded.Canhoto or Dilermando Reis.Soon, once again the splendid flutes return to take part in the musical feast along with the remarkable synth sounds heard before.What a banquet for the ears!Renaissance mood (another influence), strong, decisive, attractive.Some nice synth chords begin the solo part, followed by guitars and piano segments.All tunes and chords heard along this output is revived smoothly and vividly.Final rating is unequivocal, this is clearly a masterpiece: 5 stars.One of the few marvelous symphonic pieces from the 80's.From the beginning of
the beautiful UFO, we are led through a series of bold and impressive pieces that
rarely disappoint.My only gripe throughout much of this album is the electric
guitar tone, other than that, it's absolutely exquisite.Brazil that deserves to be in the same ranks as other great
symphonic records.This is easily one of the best debut albums I have ever heard, and
a stunning piece of music that I believe most prog fans would enjoy.BACAMARTE is the strongest progressive band from Brazil.Neto's neat skills as a guitar player.Miragem' is focused on the instrumentla factor.The classical guitar interlude helps to bring some introspective moods between the main passages.Atardecer', but due to its short timespan, 'Depois do Fim' remains a prog ballad with a middle variation.The debut album from Brazilian group Bacamarte is a classic of South American prog and indeed progressive rock the world
over.Sure,
Bacamarte took a lot of cues from Yes, but the incorporation of Latin themes and the classical feel that pervades Italian
symphonic make Bacamarte stand out.The instrumental UFO opens the album and shows what you can expect from this talented group: scorching guitar giving
way to lush keyboards and lovely flute.Smog Alado starts with keyboard chords before we get treated to a flute section
heavily reminiscent of Jethro Tull.In fact, only Ian Anderson himself plays with more fire.Gentle Giant song
I've ever heard that manages to put so much into such little time.The album ends with Mirante Das Estrelas occurs after the apocalypse, and it has a more peaceful and
solitary sound than the last song, presumably to signify the few survivors trying to rebuild.However, it suffers from two less
than stellar tracks that detract from the album.If you come across this forgotten gem, pick it up.There's one ballad that slows things up, (Passaro de Luz) yet Jane Duboc sings it wonderfully.One of if not THE best symphonic album from the 80's; a 5 star classic!Great Latin inspired symphonic prog.Bacamarte are one of those rare prog bands that people don't know an awful lot about that releases one or 2 exceptional
albums and promptly disappears off the face of the Earth and here we have a real gem in 'Depois Do Fim'.Miragem' is another great track and is driven mainly by the guitar with some
exceptionally melodic riff work and great intensity.Prog bands out of South America aren't so many.But when you listen to this great album, you are entitled to be furious.There should be more attention paid to these bands probably.Nationally (Brazil is bigger than Europe) or internationally ?Latin languages combined with prog music (sorry for German and Dutch).The opening track sets the pace for the whole work.Almost classic guitar to start.The whole sounding very much as "Stagnation" ("Trespass").Rather curious how "Bacamarte" comes close.They really would have deserved it.This duet of instrument peak in sensitiveness during the middle part."Controversia" is not on par of course.The title track "Depois Do Fim" (after the end) will almost achieve it.Crimson ("ITCOTCK") or "Genesis" ("Trespass" of course) flavours.Another great, great song.Four solid stars for this great work.Nevertheless, it is surprising
to hear such a romantic and adventurous album during the 80s.Brazil, like Argentina's Seru Giran, had its share of
progressive music at a time it wasn't popular for Europe and the United States.This may be my favorite song here.Smog Alado keeps the variety, bringing an aggressive flute to the mix, as well as various hard rock riffs (one instantly
reminds me of Led Zeppelin).Passaro de Luz is a pretty, but not very memorable, acoustic guitar ballad with the female vocalist.Cano is an exciting and eclectic instrumental with some tango influences.In this short track, the musicians (especially the
drummer) show their skills.It is the epic of the album and has some grandiose moments in the first third of the song, with symphonic
accompaniments to the singer.Unfortunately, it gets a bit lost in the middle.It has some piano parts and drumming, but that
synthesizer ruins what was already something that may be considered a filler.Overall, this is a good, if unspectacular Brazilian release with a Symphonic sound.In my opinion this album has many great aspects and many weak points!The technical level of the musicians is absolutely superb, and I really appreciate their ability to quote many bands that probably inspired them like YES, PFM, ELP etc...But once I bought it and listened to it a few times, I had no doubt in my mind that this was a masterpiece of prog.If we look at the previous 74 ratings for this work of art by progarchive members, we see one 3 star, two 2 star, and all the rest are 4 and 5 star, with most being in the 5 category.So a review might seem superfluous.Great female vocals sung in Portugese.One of the best female singers I've heard in a long time.The songs are all unique but generally share a certain common theme in the mood they create.An incredible album, which has a perfect sound, very good acoustic parts.It's the Best Brasilian Prog Rock ever.This Masterpiece offers very good melodies and the acoustics parts to make it more incredible.This is one of the few real prog gems of the eighties.Much has been said about the music here, so I'll analyse more properly the lyrics.Influenced mainly by Yes, I think, the lyrics here are always dreamy and complex, and can be regarded in different points of view.Another unknown yet very very very good album.This is, for sure, one of the best ever.This is a great band, for all the genre, not only for "Latin" Progressive.This is the absolute masterpiece of Brazilian progressive rock.Jane Duboc has a very beautiful voice and the band has a beautiful sound.Progressive Rock in the World!Really, is a great album.Jane Duboc on vocal is fantastic.Bacamarte are Brazilian legends that released this album in the beginning of the eighties.American flair and it is centred on the magnificent guitar of Mario Neto.You must be a forum member to post a review, please register here if you are not.You are not logged, please login before continuing.Prog Archives, All rights reserved.Bacamarte was a Brazilian progressive rock band.In 1977, Neto reformed Bacamarte with a
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You must be logged in to write a comment.Shadows from the Sun (1978)Wagner Tiso.When Mistrels Came to Play (Remastered)JT.First Light (2007)UK and JT.Posted here are mostly boots but there are also official releases, they are for evaluation purposes only, so, if you like what you download from here (and can find it) BUY IT!Posts tagged with "Bacamarte"Bacamarte.August 2007, 21:48:06Bacamarte A masterpiece of Brazilian prog.Nina2507mattias_progsterzenyaJanuary 2008MTWTFSSDec 2007Feb 200812345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Latest blog postsJT.Shadows from the Sun (1978)Wagner Tiso.First Light (2007)UK and JT.Bacamarte had one of the top guitarists I've heard in prog, and an impressive group of supporting musicians.Their guitarist plays catchy guitar riffs, while the keyboardist, flutist, and bassist contribute to the multiple
layers of melodies to create a colorful whole.All of the songs on the original LP(the bonus track on the CD sucks) feature
memorable melodies, little repetition, and tempo changes galore.Bacamarte continues to play to this day, but from what I heard their prog days are long behind them."What the hell were they
thinking when they wrote this crap?"Lar De Maravilhas is a decent prog album. |
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