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Updating Brazil's Rising Stars

We're updating our ears, too, as Brazil's next-gen singers and songwriters define MPB's future with positivity and vision. Creating music that's built on tradition and creativity.

Wow. Thirty years ago, The Sounds of Brazil made its radio debut on Chicago's WDCB FM. This week, we'll celebrate by rebroadcasting our very first show. It began with a roll of the dice.

Recipe: Brazilian Passionfruit Mousse The weeks leading up to Passover and Easter always include requests for our most popular springtime recipe. We don't do many recipes, but when we do... ...They're really tasty!

Debut: Nate Najar's 'One Note Samba'

Guitarist Nate Najar has just released the second single from his upcoming album, Jazz Samba Pra Sempre. You're in for a treat. It’s Najar's masterful tribute to ‘One Note Samba’.

Centennial Celebration: Brazil's Week of Modern Art

1922 found the Brazilian nation on the cusp of a new, International era: One defined by its emerging presence in the full spectrum of the arts. The pivotal event that shaped Brazil's artistic direction.

April's Brazilian Music Birthdays

April’s Brazilian music birthdays include Rio’s first Escola de Samba, a pair of Millennial Music Makers, a new country and… Rosa Passos. Explore our video list for April!

This Week: Rosa Passos's Birthday

Begins Sunday: Did we just mention Rosa Passos? Yep, because we'll share two hours of her best songs just in time for her birthday. Be sure to listen! Listen Live Broadcast date: April 10 - 17 On-Demand through April 24 Streaming daily at 7 am, 3 pm, 6 pm, and midnight Central. Click here to Listen Live or On Demand. Our Picture Of The Day: from April 13, 2021 A handpicked photo daily, whenever you visit our homepage. National Anthem Day is observed in Brazil every April 13th. Daily images to fascinate, inspire or just make you smile. Get today’s Picture of the Day.

The Sunday Brazilian Brunch This Sunday, it's a playlist of 'Springtime Favorites'. Plan to join us for The Sunday Brazilian Brunch. Three hours of the world's best music! There's always a seat at the table for you! Listen live at 5 am, 9 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm, Sundays.

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