Lua Bernardo launches album Boia e ilumina with references
The bassist, singer and composer Lua Bernardo releases her first album, 'Boia e ilumina', on November 18. With nine tracks, the record moves through experimental music and connects references from Africa, Brazil, Argentina and Puerto Rico.
The double bassist, singer and songwriter Lua Bernardo releases her first album, “Boia e ilumina”, next Wednesday, November 18. The album brings together nine tracks and was recorded at the Minduca studio, in São Paulo (SP), with musical production orchestrated by the artist herself in partnership with Rob Ashtoffen. The work marks the phonographic debut of a musician who, although she sings and composes since childhood, first appeared as an instrumentalist – bass player and flutist – and only in 2019 began to organize her author production as a composer.
With an unusual sound that transits through experimental music, the album establishes a bridge that connects Africa, Brazil, Argentina and Puerto Rico. The construction of the project has been collective since the creation of the basic arrangements, developed by Lua with the collaborations of Julia Toledo, Thiago dos Anjos, Rob Ashtoffen, Henrique Kehde and Leonardo “Lerito” Rocha. The string arrangements are signed by Julia Toledo.
Debuts after years as an instrumentalist
Lua Bernardo has been singing and composing since childhood, but his professional career began with instrumental virtuosity. As a double bass player and flutist, she built a solid career before taking on the authorial voice. It was not until 2019 that the artist decided to organize her compositions and shape a solo work.
This transition from instrumentalist to composer and singer is an important milestone in the musician’s trajectory. The album “Boia e ilumina” represents not only a phonographic debut, but the consolidation of an artistic identity that had been being gestated for years. The source did not detail whether there are tour plans or live performances after the release.
Collective production and collaborative arrangements
Although the music production is credited to Lua Bernardo and Rob Ashtoffen, the creative process involved a network of collaborators. The basic arrangements were developed together with Julia Toledo, Thiago dos Anjos, Rob Ashtoffen, Henrique Kehde and Leonardo “Lerito” Rocha. This collective dynamic is reflected in the sound diversity of the disc.
The string arrangements, in turn, were in charge of Julia Toledo, who also participated in the creation of the basic arrangements. The presence of strings adds layers of texture and depth to the compositions, broadening the spectrum of experimental music proposed by Lua. The source did not detail which specific instruments make up the strings or how many musicians participated in the recordings.
Bridge between continents and cultures
One of the most striking aspects of “Boat and Light” is the connection between different musical traditions. The unusual sound of the album transits through experimental music, establishing bridges that connect Africa, Brazil, Argentina and Puerto Rico. This transcultural approach is not only aesthetic, but also political, in recognizing the Afro-diasporic roots present in Latin American music.
The choice of such diverse references suggests a careful listening and a desire for dialogue between cultures. The source did not detail which specific rhythms or genres were incorporated, but the mention of these territories indicates broad musical research. The result is an album that defies easy ratings and invites the listener to an immersive sound experience.
Launch and availability
The album “Boia e ilumina” will be released next Wednesday, November 18. The source did not detail on which digital platforms the disc will be available, nor will there be physical edition. No details have been provided on previously released singles or music videos.
For those interested in learning about the work of Lua Bernardo, the recommendation is to follow the official channels of the artist and the streaming platforms from the release date. The Boca no Trombone Portal will continue to follow the developments of this premiere and will bring news as soon as they are confirmed.
With a work that crosses geographical and aesthetic boundaries, Lua Bernardo positions itself as a singular voice in the contemporary music scene. “Boia e ilumina” promises to be a milestone in the artist’s career and a relevant contribution to Brazilian experimental music.
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