Gilberto Gil’s 1967 debut album Louvação reissued on vinyl by Decca Records
Gilberto Gil’s debut album, Louvação, originally released in 1967 on Philips Records, marks a foundational moment in Brazilian music, arriving just before the explosion of the Tropicalismo movement. This seminal record captures Gil’s early exploration of blending traditional Brazilian sounds with influences drawn from global music styles, offering