Os Mutantes “Mutantes”
Any of the early Os Mutantes records are consistent mind-blowers and this one makes an unforgettable introduction. I feel that the music and voices of Os Mutantes transcends any language barrier such that even the most literary of music fans can still fall deep in love with these dazzling sounds. David Byrne, who incidentally reissued an anthology of the Mutants on his Luaka Bop label, seems to justify this sentiment on the liner notes to Stop Making Sense: “Singing is a trick to get people to listen to music for longer than they would ordinarily.” Delving deeper while trying to avoid comparisons, I falter and one phrase echoes in my head when I listen. Better than the Beatles.
Hugely inspired by their work, Os Mutantes managed to expand the music further than The Beatles were capable, and still maintained the disparate elements of pop song and art form. Laced with the sexiest assortment of fuzz tones and unheard-of electronic sounds, the production is startling and the compositions are eclectic, addictive, and lovely.
Os Mutantes’ have an interesting history; they are one of the best known bands of the Tropicalia movement and dealt directly with the frightening political climate of Brazil 1968. Through Byrne’s efforts, serious interest in their music led the band to reform and they are performing and releasing
No serious rock collection overlooks the Mutants. At the same time, the joy in their music should appeal universally and to all tastes.
“Nao Va Se Perder Por Ai”
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