Sadao Watanabe - Viajando (1998) Original Release Date: October 1, 1999 Audio CD: May 20, 1998 Format: Import Label: Polydor Japan Total time: 62:56 Bitrate: 320 kbps
It's been a while since Cesar last participated in one of my recordings, and with his support, I was able to express my love for Brazil on this album. He is not only a friend, but also a wonderful partner in my music life: a truly beautiful gift from Heaven above. I appreciate the many beautiful creations brought to life Cesar's profound dedication and fine workmanship with each son on this album. ~ Sadao Watanabe
Recorded in New York in January/February 1998 this is Watanabe at his most mellow with a group of Latin friends, most notably a small group with Cesar Mariano on keyboards and programming, Paulo Braga on drums and Romero Lubambo on guitar. Add to that a lot of percussion and you have an album that simmers and from time to time introduces a range of vocalists who further add to the stew.For me the best tracks for me are the ones where Watanabe plays sopranino , notably 'Afrozil', 'On a Sunny Day' and the instrumental version of 'Doco Seducao'( although I like the vocal version with Pamela Briggs on vocals as well! ) It sounds as though the sessions were great fun and produced a mellow laid back album that presents a different side of Watanabe's playing. ~ Dr. D. Treharne, Amazon.com
Tracks: 01 Afrozil 5:30 02 Viajando 5:20 03 On Sunny Day 5:15 04 Butterfly 6:02 05 Boemia 5:23 06 Little Waltz For M 5:52 07 Fireplace 5:39 08 Doce Seducao 5:04 09 Don't Worry 'Bout Me 5:53 10 Como Vai! 3:20 11 Sora No Chorus 4:30 12 Doce Seducao ( Vocal Version ) 5:03 All compositions - by Sadao Watanabe