Gal Costa is arguably Brazil's top pop star, equivalent to our Barbra Streisand, more or less. Her career spans decades, and she continues to grow and make music that, amazingly, is better with each new record. Alas, as her bank account has grown, her political fervor has dwindled and, today, she's a right-winger in the Bahian establishment. But the music is more stupendous than ever, with lush arrangements, superb production, and a voice that is ever more strong, mature, subtle, and sophisticated. I love this record!