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Samba-Reggae, in particular, is a staple of Bahian street carnivals. It is slower, groovier, and heavier than the samba from Rio de Janeiro. It relies on massive drum lines ( surdo drums) to create a deep, swinging pulse.

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What separates "Baiana Barbatuques Acapella" from a standard rhythm track is the balanço (swing). Because it is human, there are micro-delays. The claps don't hit exactly on the computer grid. They lean back, then rush forward. This mimics the undulation of the Baiana's hip as she carries a tray of acarajé (fried bean cakes) on her head. The rhythm is the dance. baiana barbatuques acapella

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If you were to close your eyes and listen to a track by , you might be convinced you are hearing a full drum kit, a bass guitar, a shaker, and a brass section. But open your eyes, and you won’t see a single instrument on stage. Repite, com mais energia