{"product_id":"o-terno-melhor-do-que-parece","title":"O Terno - Melhor Do Que Parece","description":"\u003cp\u003eMr Bongo is proud to present a 10th anniversary reissue of \u003cstrong\u003eO Terno\u003c\/strong\u003e's contemporary Brazilian classic \u003cem\u003eMelhor do Que Parece\u003c\/em\u003e from 2016. Ranked by Rolling Stone Brazil as one of the best releases of 2016, it is a delicate blend of Tropicalia-inspired, psychedelic rock and indie, rich in '60s and '70s influences, that feels as relevant and fresh now as it did 10 years ago. O Terno is made up of three titans from the current Brazilian independent scene: Tim Bernardes on vocals and guitar, Guilherme d'Almeida on bass and Gabriel Basile on drums. Each has gone on to forge themselves as influential members in the Brazilian scene in their solo projects and collaborations with other artists since O Terno went on hiatus in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernardes has since become a musical ambassador outside of Brazil, releasing two Latin Grammy nominated solo albums, collaborating with artists ranging from Gal Costa to Fleet Foxes, Maria Bethania to Jards Macale, and establishing himself among the musicians connected to the 1970s scene. Basile has worked closely with Sessa and features on records by SOYUZ, anaiis, Bruno Berle and more. Both Basile and Guilherme also form part of the group Grand Bazaar, a dance-orientated outfit drawing on gypsy, Balkan, Mediterranean and Brazilian influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecorded across an intense three-month period where the trio spent 12 hours a day in the studio, \u003cem\u003eMelhor do Que Parece\u003c\/em\u003e is a diverse, exploratory and kaleidoscopic listen. There are influences from classic Brazilian greats such as Os Mutantes and the beautiful string arrangements of Rogerio Duprat, as well as classic '60s and '70s European and American groups from across the spectrum. Those influences are tied up in an experimental indie DIY aesthetic where distorted guitars are juxtaposed with lush string sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album kicks off on a high note with the catchy single “\u003cem\u003eCulpa\u003c\/em\u003e”; there is an almost John Lennon texture to Tim's vocals here. Next is the dreamy arrangement of “\u003cem\u003eNo\u003c\/em\u003e”, which has a Tropicalia-esque tone and features a beautiful harp intro played by Marina Mello. A swirling psych-rock tinge runs through the record sucking you into its grasp. The crashing cymbals, blazing lead guitars and modulated vocals of “\u003cem\u003eNao Espero Mais\u003c\/em\u003e” and “\u003cem\u003eLua Cheia\u003c\/em\u003e” are two fine examples. Elsewhere, there's the deep fuzz, whirling organs and peaking horns of “\u003cem\u003eO Orgulho E O Perdao\u003c\/em\u003e”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrasting this there are moments of reflection. The depth and delicacy of “\u003cem\u003eDepois Que A Dor Passar\u003c\/em\u003e” and the ethereal heart swell of “\u003cem\u003eVolta\u003c\/em\u003e” are a double dose of uplifting nourishment. Another highlight is “\u003cem\u003eVamos Assumir\u003c\/em\u003e”, a song immortalised in pop culture when mentioned in Brazilian author Elayne Baeta's book \u003cem\u003eCoisas obvias sobre o amor\u003c\/em\u003e. The title track “\u003cem\u003eMelhor do Que Parece\u003c\/em\u003e” is a grand opus, ranging from smooth angelic melodies with lush strings, to explosions of distorted guitar and horns. It's an epic and fitting closer to this magnificent album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no wasted moments on \u003cem\u003eMelhor do Que Parece\u003c\/em\u003e; it feels almost like a best-of album and is rightly viewed as a definitive work. Here at Mr Bongo we feel its greatness deserves a much wider global audience to lean in and enjoy its brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 year anniversary reissue of O Terno's contemporary Brazilian classic on Mr Bongo. Tim Bernardes, Guilherme d'Almeida \u0026amp; Gabriel Basile serve up a delicate blend of psychedelic rock \u0026amp; indie, rich in '60s \u0026amp; '70s influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in black or indie only neon pink LP in gatefold sleeve with obi strip and CD.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MR BONGO","offers":[{"title":"Indie Exclusive Neon Pink Vinyl LP","offer_id":59525384077657,"sku":"SDZ-52932","price":32.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Vinyl LP","offer_id":59525384110425,"sku":"SDZ-52933","price":30.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":59525384143193,"sku":"SDZ-52934","price":14.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3455\/0945\/files\/PROP_20260921_1054_100319_548_v_5024017007819_011.jpg?v=1790008228","url":"https:\/\/spindizzyrecords.com\/products\/o-terno-melhor-do-que-parece","provider":"Spindizzy Dublin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}