Beach Samba, recorded by Astrud Gilberto in 1967 for Verve, highlights her soft, playful voice in a breezy bossa nova-pop blend. Arranged by Eumir Deodato and Don Sebesky, the album features standouts like “Stay,” the wordless “Beach Samba,” and a sweet duet with her young son on “You Didn’t Have to Be So Nice.” With contributions from Ron Carter, Toots Thielemans, and Marcos Valle, it’s a warm, elegant fusion of Brazilian charm and American pop. 140g Black Vinyl in Gatefold Jacket.

Tracklist:

1. Stay
2. Misty Roses
3. The Face I Love
4. A Banda (Parade)
5. Oba, Oba
6. Canoeiro
7. I Had The Craziest Dream
8. Bossa Na Praia (Beach Samba)
9. My Foolish Heart
10. Dia das Rosas (I Think of You)
11. You Didn’t Have to Be So Nice
12. Nao Bate O Coraao

UPC: 8435395505168
Label: Elemental Music Rec.
Release Date: 11.14.25
Format: Vinyl