Clara Nunes - Brasil Mestiço (LP)

"Brasil Mestiço" is the iconic album released by Clara Nunes in 1980. With a diverse repertoire ranging from samba to marcha-rancho, the singer showcases her artistic versatility. The album portrays Clara Nunes more connected to her Afro-Brazilian roots, highlighting her identity as a Brazilian mixed-race woman. The cover of the vinyl displays Clara joyfully dancing jongo with ialorixá Vovó Maria Joana, in a photo taken at Morro da Serrinha, in Rio de Janeiro. "Brasil Mestiço" was well-received by critics and had a successful commercial performance, with tracks like "Morena de Angola" and "Viola de Penedo" becoming radio hits.