Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
Rio Carnival 2012: A playlist of traditional Carnival songs
During Carnival, the city of Rio de Janeiro pulses with the sound of percussion. Music is an integral part of the Brazilian festival, and it doesn't seem like you can turn a corner without hearing the infectious drum-driven beats of samba music or the sounds of drunken celebrants singing traditional marchinhas at the tops of their lungs. Particularly in the blocos, music is a binding force, bringing together people from all walks of life -- young, old, rich, poor, black, white -- in nostalgic beats and familiar lyrics.
In Rio, the spirit of Carnival doesn't disappear on Ash Wednesday; the native cariocas manage to embody it year-round. With the following playlist of musical hits from Rio Carnival 2012, you can too.
Unidos da Tijuca 2012 Marchinha
The winner of Rio's famous samba school parades composed this song particularly for Carnival 2012.
Monobloco Marchinha
The band from the Monobloco bloco became so popular, they now perform year-round in music venues across Rio.
Batucada
A sub-style of samba, Batucada incorporates African drumbeats. This track, mixed by a popular DJ, will make you hit repeat.
Bloco do Sargento do Pimenta
Beatles, Brazilian-style? The Sargento do Pimenta (Sgt. Pepper) bloco specializes in Fab Four hits with a samba beat.
Marchinha Medley
Still don't have enough samba? This one-hour medley has you covered.
Check out Gadling's full range of Rio Carnival 2012 coverage here.
Filed under: Arts and Culture, Festivals and Events, South America, Brazil, Video, Nightlife
