Evocative songs delivered with passion and personality

Evocative songs delivered with passion and personality

On Sorte! (meaning Luck!), the relaxing contemporary Latin bossas of Massachusetts-based composer John Finbury are brought to life by Afro-Brazilian singer, songwriter and actress Thalma de Freitas with an all-star cast of musicians. Finbury has been writing music for...
Sorte! Vinyl Edition 45 RPM

Sorte! Vinyl Edition 45 RPM

Finbury’s latest MBP album “Sorte!”, in collaboration with Brazilian singer-songwriter Thalma de Freitas was released in May 2019. With music by John and lyrics and vocals by Thalma, they recorded six original songs at The Powerstation Studios in New York City,...
Luscious Bossa

Luscious Bossa

Imaginário: John Finbury featuring Marcella Camargo Bossa Nova is a genre that seems to evoke feelings and emotions merely with its soft and smooth sounds. One Bossa Nova song can create the image of a sailboat and make you feel like sailing it on calm waters. Another...
Slipcue Guide to Brazilian Music

Slipcue Guide to Brazilian Music

North American lyricist and composer John Finbury delves deep into the tradition of modern Brazilian bossa nova, performed in what is often called the “smooth jazz” style. Working with lyricist/translator Ned Claflin and American-born, New York-based bossa...