The Timeless Legend of Brazilian Soul

Arthur Verocai is a visionary maestro whose career bridges the gap between the golden era of Bossa Nova and the vanguard of modern hip-hop and soul. Having already arranged for icons like Jorge Ben Jor and Elis Regina, he released his self-titled masterpiece in 1972. Although commercially ignored at the time, its rediscovery in the 90s transformed it into a “holy grail” for collectors worldwide. The album has since been sampled by legends like MF Doomand Ludacris, while NME ranked the original LP pressing as one of the 50 most valuable records in the world.

Today, Verocai’s orchestral signature is more in demand than ever. He collaborates with modern trailblazers such as Tyler, the Creator (for his Louis Vuitton show under Virgil Abloh), Badbadnotgood, and Hiatus Kaiyote. His triumphant success continues on the world’s major stages: his 2023 US tour was completely sold out, with the Lincoln Centerperformance named one of the best of the year by Spin Magazine. In 2024, he further solidified his status with unforgettable concerts at Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw and London’s Barbican Centre. Perhaps most impressive is his immense appeal to a young audience between the ages of 20 and 30—proof that Arthur Verocai is no relic of the past, but a cultural force actively shaping the sound of the next generation.