A leading figure of Brazilian Soul, Tim Maia’s nephew is not only a singer and composer but also a serious music lover in many genres and a real crate digger. He selects five songs from his huge collection of more than 30 000 pieces.
João Negrão
Asfalto Selvagem
« Super rare brazilian soundtrack, I luv what bass & piano are doing. There’s something like Les Baxter meets John Williams here. »
Ennio Morricone
Ai Morena!
« Featuring Jose “Tam Tam Tam” Prates and the whole Brasiliana group. Even better that my favorite actor is here, Edward G Robinson. »
Ginji Ito
こぬか雨
« I am obsessed by japanese AOR called City Pop, I love the atmosphere of this track arranged by Ryuichi Sakamoto. »
Michael Prophet
Originally
« One of my favorite reggae singers, and my fav reggae period early 80’s, Scientist on board, Roots Radics, my teenage soundtrack. »
Harold Mabern
Pisces Calling
« What a perfect composition, so intelligent, Harold Mabern is one of the great piano giants. »
We love you Ed! Thanks to you and Superfly for a great selection. PS missed you in Chicago, maybe I’ll get the chance to see you perform some other time.
This interview is wonderful and works like a teaser for the wonderful array of knowledge I have adquired by following Ed over the years. Prepare Yourself, you are about to dig much deeper!