Nation Beat

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The American/Brazilian collective Nation Beat plays a 21st century mashup inspired by Brazilian maracatu drumming, New Orleans second line rhythms, funk and country-blues. They're the first American group to record in Brazil with the legendary Mestre Walter and Maracatu Nação Estrela Brilhante - and the first Brazilian band to perform with Willie Nelson who called Nation Beat "just a fantastic group".

After nine years of experimenting with Northeastern Brazilian music, Nation Beat has released an album that is as deep as their mixed roots - and is their best album to date. Far from being a fusion album, Growing Stone is a record with a complete unity of sound and style. From Forró to Swamp Rock, Maracatu and Funk - the rhythms are grounded by the musicians' own history and years of collaboration. The group is a regular of both American and Brazilian festivals - and this new album should propel them to new heights.

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