Cauby Peixoto

Cauby Peixoto is considered by many as Brazil's best singer. With his velvety and low timbre, influenced by Orlando Silva and Nat "King" Cole, Peixoto coined an individual style interpreting a kaleidoscope of genres ranging from tongue-in-cheek cheesy boleros to mambo (especially in the early '70s), romantic sambas-canções (his strongest point) such as his biggest hit "Conceição," and even a little bossa nova and jazz. Having remained a popular artist for over 50 years, he knew how to renovate his style and keep his aura, also improving his interpretations over the years. Peix...