Wed, Dec. 2, 9pm EST - 'A Divina Comédia Ou Ando Meio Desligado' by Os Mutantes

If you've never heard of Os Mutantes before I am pleased to be introducing you to this unique and brilliant band. Formed in the second half of the 1960's, this Brazilian psychedelic band sounds like no other band I'm aware of. The original lineup had Rita Lee on vocals with the Baptista brothers, Sérgio Dias and Arnaldo Baptista, handling instrumentation. Sometimes considered the fourth member, older brother Cláudio César Dias Baptista created instruments and effects that helped shape the far out sounds obtained by 'The Mutants'.

Released in 1970, A Divina Comédia Ou Ando Meio Desligado (English title: The Divine Comedy or I Feel A Little Spaced Out) was the group's third effort.  With influences from the Beatles to bossa nova to the Brazlian Tropicália artistic movement, it is no wonder this album is so stunningly unique and fascinating.  Add in the group's propensity for experimentation and you can begin to imagine the possibilities that this work of art can offer.  If you've heard this album before you are undoubtedly aware of its depth and the possibility of discovering something new with each listen. If this is your first spin, be prepared to be blown away.  To wet the palate without giving too much away, here are the track titles with some approximate english translations:

1. Ando Meio Desligado (I Feel A Little Spaced Out)
2. Quem Tem Medo De Brincar De Amor (Who fears playing with love)
3. Ave, Lúcifer (Hail, Lucifer)
4. Desculpe, Babe (I'm Sorry, Baby)
5. Meu Refrigerador Não Funciona (My refrigerator doesn't work)
6. Hey Boy
7. Preciso Urgentemente Encontrar Um Amigo (I need to find a friend urgently)
8. Chão De Estrelas (Starry Ground/Floor of Stars)
9. Jogo Da Calçada (Sidewalk Game)
10. Haleluia
11. Oh! Mulher Infiel (Oh! Unfaithful Woman)

Join the Brazilian psychedelic party with "Album Night" on Wednesday, December 2nd at 9pm and listen to the classic A Divina Comédia Ou Ando Meio Desligado by Os Mutantes. You won't be disappointed!

40 comments