Os Mutantes’ self-titled debut album, released in 1968, is a landmark of Brazilian psychedelic music.
The album opens with “Panis Et Circenses,” a collaboration with Brazilian poet and lyricist Gilberto Gil. The song’s lyrics are a satirical take on the bread and circus culture of ancient Rome, set to a catchy psychedelic pop melody.
“A Minha Menina” is a cover of a song by Brazilian pop singer Jorge Ben, with Os Mutantes adding their own psychedelic twist to the tune. “O Relógio” is a hauntingly beautiful ballad with a melancholic melody.
“Adeus Maria Fulô” is a traditional Brazilian song, arranged by the band in a psychedelic rock style. “Baby” is a trippy, experimental track with distorted vocals and a wild guitar solo.
“Senhor F” is a playful track with a catchy melody and playful lyrics. “Bat Macumba” is a standout track that blends Brazilian rhythms and melodies with psychedelic rock influences.
“Le Premier Bonheur Du Jour” is a French-language track with a dreamy, romantic feel. “Trem Fantasma” is a trippy instrumental interlude that showcases the band’s experimental tendencies.
“Tempo No Tempo” is a psychedelic track with a mesmerizing groove and haunting vocals. “Ave Gengis Khan” closes the album with a psychedelic, Eastern-influenced track that is both mesmerizing and unsettling.
Overall, “Os Mutantes” is a groundbreaking album that showcases the band’s unique blend of Brazilian rhythms and melodies with psychedelic rock influences. It remains a classic of Brazilian psychedelic music, and a must-listen for any fan of the genre.
Here is a track listing for the album:
Panis Et Circenses
A Minha Menina
O Relógio
Adeus Maria Fulô
Baby
Senhor F
Bat Macumba
Le Premier Bonheur Du Jour
Trem Fantasma
Tempo No Tempo
Ave Gengis Khan
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