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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Anastácia - Sua Decisão from Canto Do Sabiá - RCA (1970)

Anastácia, born Lucinete Ferreira, is a forró trailblazer. Although there were female forró stars like Marinês and Clemilda, Anastácia was unusual because she was equally notable as a composer. Most forró records in 1970 were still mixed in mono. Although many of them sounded great, the Canto Do Sabiá LP has a slightly choked sound with some slightly pitchy moments from the band. Like Fontana records from this period, some RCA records could be hit or miss because of this. Luckily, Anastácia's music transcends some of the recording shortfalls.

Anastácia's version of her song Cheguei Pra Ficar, co-written by Dominguinhos, also appeared on the Canto Do Sabiá LP. That song was recorded by Marinês for her classic 1973 LP, Só Pra Machucar. Marinês' version, which I will feature in my next entry, highlights the difference that a great band, recording and mix can make. Interestingly, the bands made some distinct arrangement choices that give the different versions a distinct feel. 

Anastácia - Sua Decisão from Canto Do Sabiá - RCA (1970) 


Anastácia - Sua Decisão from Canto Do Sabiá - RCA (1970) 

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