The Rough Guide to Brazil Bahia (Rough Guide World Music CDs)

Bahia is the musical heartbeat of Brazil, and is home of the tropicalia movement, axé, samba-reggae and the mesmerizing beat of the mega-percussion ensembles – the Blocos Afros. The Rough Guide To The Music Of Brazil: Bahia offers you some of the most delectable sounds from this cultural centre, from renowned artists such as tropicalia-legends Gilberto Gil and Tom Zé, percussionist Carlinhos Brown and the infectious music of Daniela Mercury.