This thirteen-song debut EP shows the promise that Chico Buarque has. Jim Jones has compared writing for Chico Buarque’s new album to that on ‘Per Un Pugno Di Samba’ - but has declared the lyrics will be even more terrifying. Chico Buarque had quite a long carriere and they made many hits. Cool, but I like their other actual stuff better like Per Un Pugno Di Samba.
Voice of Chico Buarque in Samba E Amore is honest and guitar work is subtle and poignant. In this song fans will recognize the unique vocals of Chico Buarque. Chico Buarque must have run out of lyrics on the next track Lei No, Lei Sta Ballando. You have to get essence of the Nome Di Maria’s power, to truly understand this masterpiece. Funerale Di un Contadino is a great song for a cosy night in when it’s cold and wintry outside. I can’t stop humming along In Te. Queste E Quelle is a very catchy tune. Tu Sei Una Di Noi is one of the best records ever. Nicanor - Chico Buarque, Ennio Morricone is probably the highlight of the album. One listen to the sheer beauty of In Memoria Di un Congiurato was all I needed. This song may be the most meaningful.
Per Un Pugno Di Samba CD


