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Lenine: MTV Unplugged
Recorded at Auditório Ibirapuera in Sao Paulo , on 24 and 25 June 2006 , the album features the biggest hits singer-songwriter Lenine's career such as "Paciência" (Patience), "Jack Soul Brasileiro" (Since I am Brazilian), "Na Pressão" (On The Pressure), "A Rede" (The Net), "Hoje Eu Quero Sair Só" (I Want Go Out Alone, Today) and "A Medida da Paixão" (The Measure of Passion), plus new songs like "Tudo Por Acaso" (All By Chance). The album features special participations from musicians such as the Chilean Victor Astorga (the first English horn soloist with the Brazilian Symphony Orchestra), Cameroonian bassist and singer Richard Bona, Mexican singer Julieta Venegas, harpist Cristina Braga, the rapper Gog, and drummer Iggor Cavalera (ex-member of Sepultura). The DVD includes bonus material, plus making-of scenes, reviews, testimonials about the project, the guests and also footage of the 2006 World Cup, since the performance was recorded concurrently with it.
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Plot Summary
Lenine: MTV Unplugged captures a unique live performance by Brazilian artist Lenine, blending her innovative sound with the energy of special guests. Recorded in a special MTV Unplugged format, the concert showcases Lenine's diverse musicality and lyrical depth. The performance features arrangements that highlight her signature fusion of regional Brazilian rhythms with contemporary influences, creating an intimate yet powerful musical experience.
Critical Reception
Lenine: MTV Unplugged was met with critical acclaim, celebrated for its artistic integrity and innovative musical arrangements. Reviewers praised Lenine's ability to reinterpret her songs in an acoustic setting, highlighting her vocal prowess and the sophisticated musicality of her band and guests. The album was seen as a significant moment in her career, solidifying her status as a major force in Brazilian music.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intimate and sophisticated acoustic arrangements.
Commended Lenine's vocal performance and lyrical depth.
Celebrated the successful fusion of diverse musical influences.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Latin Grammy Award for Best Portuguese Language Album.
Fun Fact
The album was recorded live in São Paulo and features collaborations with members of Nação Zumbi and the SpokFrevo Orquestra, adding a unique blend of northeastern Brazilian sounds to Lenine's already eclectic repertoire.
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