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Heart of Brazil Debuts July 10

Heart Of Brasil makes Brazilian Music radio history on July 10, when George Klabin debuts his new weekly show on Connect Brazil’s streaming station.

It’s unique for Brazilian music shows!

On This Day: A World Without Bossa?

Bossa Nova turns 67 next week. That’s retirement age. But Brazil’s best musical export shows no signs of slowing down. So, what if we told you…

… it almost didn’t happen?

July’s Musical Birthdays

It’s a video list that includes an MPB Diva, a New Bossa Queen, a pair of soft-rockers, a world-famous rhythm, and a legendary songwriting troubadour.

Were you born on July 10th? Lucky, lucky you!

Meet Heart of Brasil’s Host, George Klabin

The Grammy-winning owner of Resonance Records produced the critically acclaimed My Heart Speaks by Ivan Lins. One of his many accomplishments.

Read our interview before his July 10 debut.

B2B Returns Monday!

Replay summery favs from Velas, Deodato, and Slowdown. 60s Bossas by Luiz Eca and Sarah Vaughan, new tunes by Steve Adorno and Cecy Santana.

Reconnect on demand.

Marisa Monte & Gilberto Gil Sing For Peace

Rio de Janeiro, March 29th: It was the first show to begin Gil’s Farewell tour. But a once-in-a-lifetime musical moment came with the 23rd song that night.

We’ll take you there.

Born On The 4th of July

Yep, that’s Rosalia de Souza’s birthday. So, let’s look back at her debut album from 2003. Garota Moderna went on to shape the New Bossa beat.

It’s on our ‘Essential Albums’ list!

Begins Sunday: Chega! Bossa Nova’s First Song

Let’s explore the story of Bossa Nova’s first song and a down-on-his-luck musician who became Bossa Nova’s unlikely hero. It’s a story that almost didn’t happen, and it’s filled with twists and turns that shaped music history.

Listen Live

Broadcast date: July 6 – 13

On-demand through July 20

Streaming at 7 am, 3 pm, 6 pm, and midnight Central.

Click here to Listen Live or On Demand.