Sérgio Mendes
Brazilian pianist and composer of Bossa Nova
Born
February 11th, 1941
84 years ago
Died
September 5th, 2024
0 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Brazil
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Pianist and composer contributed significantly to the development of Bossa Nova music, blending Brazilian rhythms with jazz influences. In the 1960s, collaborated with artists like Brasil '66, achieving international acclaim. Mendes' album 'Brasil '66' featured hits such as 'Mas, que Nada!', bringing Brazilian music to mainstream audiences. Through a successful career spanning several decades, contributed to the worldwide popularity of Brazilian sounds and rhythms.
Released the iconic song 'Mas, que Nada!'
Formed the group Brasil '66
Collaborated with numerous internationally recognized artists
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