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Architextures Revisited 24 – Francesca – Tropicalia
If you have been following these mixes revisited, we think you’ll agree they really have been out of this world! This mix is the last of our re-OpenLab Architextures shows. In this final amazing musical journey Francesca focuses on one of the most significant cultural movements in Brazil: Tropicália. Welcome to Francesca and Architextures here on Pen vs Sword re-OpenLab.
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Architextures Concept and Theme
In Architextures, London Based Dj/Producer Francesca presents soundscapes exploring music as ‘an immaterial form of artistic expression; the articulation of modernist movements and cultural philosophies through multisensory meshworks in orbit’. She constructs each episode meticulously, layering different sounds and genres to create a cohesive auditory experience.
Musical Style and Selection
Francesca’s musical selection for architextures is diverse and expansive. She draws from a wide range of genres, including ambient, electronic, experimental, and world music. Each episode is a tapestry of sounds, woven together to create a mood or tell a story.
Francesca has a talent for finding the connections between seemingly disparate pieces of music, blending them seamlessly into a unified whole. This approach not only showcases her deep knowledge and appreciation of music but also introduces listeners to new and unexpected sounds.
This Shows Theme
The term Tropicália was first coined by artist Hélio Oiticica, for an artwork of the same name, which he exhibited at MAM Rio in 1967. The piece demonstrated Oiticica’s desire to give contemporary art a specifically Brazilian character to subvert the “purity” of European modernism. Some trace Tropicália back to 1928, and Oswald de Andrade’s Anthropophagic Manifesto. Andrade’s main argument was that Brazil’s history of “cannibalising” (or absorbing and creating something new) from other cultures was its greatest strength.
The ideas presented in this essay helped to inspire a wider cultural and political shift in Brazil. A year later, in 1968, the Tropicália movement was epitomised by the album Tropicália ou Panis et Circencis by musicians Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Maria Bethânia, Gal Costa, Os Mutantes, Tom Zé, Nara Leão, Torquato Neto, and Rogério Duprat. The album came to be considered the defining sound of the Tropicália movement. The artists involved created a new exotic version of pop, being as influenced by psychedelia as it was by samba, bossa nova and more traditional South American genres. Tropicália created musical and cultural anarchy, a revolution in Brazilian sound.
Listen to Francesca on re-OpenLab Architextures Revisited 24 – Tropicalia:
Originally aired over four years ago, the show often features rare and obscure tracks, providing a platform for lesser-known artists and genres. Francesca’s ability to unearth these hidden gems and present them in an accessible way is one of the hallmarks of Architextures. Her selections often include a mix of contemporary and classic tracks, creating a dialogue between the past and present of musical innovation.
Playlist
Tlon – Barulhista
Seria Sentimental – Sessa
Coração Vagabundo – Gal Gosta & Caetano Veloso Falta – Tim Bernardes
Infinitamente Nu – Sessa
Nina Maika – Edson Natale
Supersimetria – Nasca
Amazonia – Azymuth
Gestos De Equilibrio – Priscilla Ermel
Cala Boca Menino – João Donato
Before Brazil – M.J. Lallo
Metal III (Vento) – Marco Bosco
Rush – Free Sound Orchestra
Lagartia – Catavento
O Espelho – Chico Bernardes
Perlonga (Kenny Dope Remix) – Di Melo
Super Mulher – João Luiz
Montreux – Azymuth
Mãoscolorida – Os Mulheres Negras
Maraka – May East
Tereza Guerreira – Antonio Carlos & Jocafi
Coastin – Caldera
Sossego – Tim Maia
Mas Que Linda Estás – Black Juniors
Flaca Louca – Miguel de Deus
Pura – Almir Ricardi
Se Vocē for a Salvador – Brylho
Ginga – Robson Jorge & Lincoln Olivetti
Nobody Can Live Forever – Tim maia Logunedé – Gilberto Gil
Agora Chega – Super Som T.A
Flor do Real – Sessa
Contigo – Adriana
Architextures Listening Experience
Listening to Architextures is an immersive experience. Francesca’s thoughtful curation and smooth transitions create a continuous flow of music that captivates the listener from start to finish. The show is designed to be an auditory journey, with each episode offering a unique exploration of sound. Whether it’s the ambient soundscapes that evoke a sense of calm and introspection or the more upbeat electronic tracks that energize and inspire, Architextures caters to a wide range of moods and emotions.
Impact and Reception
Since its inception, Architextures has garnered a dedicated following. Listeners appreciate Francesca’s distinctive approach to music curation and the high-quality production of the show. The program became a staple for those seeking an alternative to mainstream radio, offering a refreshing and innovative perspective on music.
Architextures has also had a positive impact on the broader music community. By featuring a wide range of artists and genres, the show helped to promote diversity and inclusivity in music. It provides a platform for emerging artists and brings attention to music that might otherwise go unheard.
Architextures by Francesca on openlab.fm is more than just a radio show; it’s an artistic endeavour that celebrates the rich and varied landscape of music. Through her careful curation and passion for discovery, Francesca has created a program that still resonates deeply with listeners and contributes meaningfully to the world of music. Architextures stands out as a testament to the power of music to inspire, connect, and transform.
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