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5 Things to Know About Getz/Gilberto

  1. It was released on Verve Records in 1964 This album brought bossa nova to a worldwide audience.

  2. Stan Getz and João Gilberto are the core duo Getz’s lyrical saxophone and Gilberto’s gentle guitar define the album’s sound.

  3. Astrud Gilberto’s vocals on “The Girl from Ipanema” are iconic Her whispery delivery made the track an instant classic.

  4. It won Album of the Year at the Grammys The award was well-deserved for this groundbreaking record.

  5. The album feels like a vacation in vinyl form Its relaxed, melodic style remains timeless.

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