Eumir Deodato

Eumir Deodato – Night Cruiser (1980/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 35:35 minutes | 1,35 GB | Genre: Fusion
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino – Warner Records

Brazilian composer, arranger and pianist Eumir Deodato’s 1980 release, Night Cruiser, is a blend of disco, pop and jazz. The album is rooted with soulful melodies, smooth hooks and fluid horns. It showcases Deodato in fine form. A true highlight on this masterfully produced album is the magnificent collaboration with Kool & the Gang’s saxophonist Ronald Bell on the track “Uncle Funk.”

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Eumir Deodato – Motion (1984/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 36:42 minutes | 1,35 GB | Genre: Electronic, Pop, R&B
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Rhino/Warner Bros.

Motion, released in 1984, is an invigorating work that finds Deodato delving into the realms of electro-inspired music. The futuristic project presents Deodato combining Linn and DMX drums with more traditional instruments highlighting his compelling keyboard skills. Singer Katreese Barnes lends refreshing vocals to this urban funk-disco album. The mind-bending record is vital for any music library.

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Eumir Deodato – Happy Hour (1982/2011)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 36:44 minutes | 1,37 GB | Genre: Disco, Funk, Soul
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Warner Bros. Records

One of Deodato’s career highlights, this 1982 release finds the wildly talented musician incorporating a more smooth pop sound. The slick and melodious album features a guest appearance by Kelly Baretto, whose R&B style and high octave vocals blends with ease. The album features the hit singles “Keep It In The Family,” “Keep On Movin’” and the title track.

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Eumir Deodato – Prelude (1972/2013)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/192 kHz | Time – 32:47 minutes | 1,21 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © CTI Records

Eumir Deodato de Almeida, also known as Eumir Deodato, is a Brazilian pianist, composer, record producer and arranger, primarily based in the jazz realm but who historically has been known for eclectic melding of big band and combo jazz with varied elements of rock/pop, R&B/funk, Brazilian/Latin, and symphonic or orchestral music.

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