Ana Frango Eletrico – Sua Diversao / Nao Tem Nada Nao [7″]

A year and a half after the release of their Latin Grammy-nominated album, Me Chama de Gato Que Eu Sou Sua, the award-winning Brazilian trailblazer, Ana Frango Eltrico, returns with two new songs: ‘A Sua Diverso’ and ‘No Tem Nada No’. Both tracks are the result of a remarkable collaboration with legendary Brazilian artist Marcos Valle, creating a dialogue between generations. The 7″ single will be released in partnership by the labels RISCO, Mr Bongo and Psychic Hotline.

First up, Ana drops the laid-back sultry Brazilian-funk gem ‘A Sua Diverso’, written alongside Tuca Monteiro and co-produced by Guilherme Lirio. With a breezy ’80s tinged feel, the sumptuous bassline, funk strutting guitars and cosmic synths are the perfect match to Ana’s instantly recognisable vocal tones. A track with a nostalgic air but a contemporary flair, it includes guest backing vocals by three of Brazil’s finest, Dora Morelenbaum, Marcos Valle, and Patrcia Alv. Next, a firm favourite from their live show, Ana reinterprets and re-records a 1973 Marcos Valle classic ‘No Tem Nada No’, written collaboratively with Eumir Deodato and Joo Donato. During Ana’s tour across 11 countries and over 40 sold-out shows, this cover quickly became a fan favourite. As audiences began tagging Valle in Instagram stories, he showed his support by reposting Ana’s performances. This online exchange blossomed into a real-life connection when the two artists met at a benefit concert for Rio Grande do Sul and the idea of a collaboration materialised. Putting their own distinctive spin on the recording, Ana duets with Valle, who features on vocals and Rhodes. As the track progresses it morphs seamlessly into a reimagination of Crystal Water’s anthemic ‘Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless)’ from 1991. This inspired yet unlikely combination blends exquisitely and is a perfect distillation of Ana’s energetic and absorbing live presence.

Tracks

1 A Sua Diverso
2 No Tem Nada No