More than a century ago, revellers in Rio de Janeiro began adding rhythm to European melodies and samba was born, nowadays with the yearly focus of the scene being the festivities before Ash Wednesday, Carnaval. During Carnaval Brazil shuts down for 5 days, the samba bands hit the streets and the party continues non stop. the versatility of the rhythm, the passion of the artists and the innovation of the different styles make samba one of the most irrepressible rhythms of the world. The Rough Guide to Sambe delves into the heart, soul and roots of this loud, uplifting and cultural genre.
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