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[5/7] Preview: Paula Maya CD release at One-2-One

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New-CD-2015-CoverIluminarFinalThursday, May 7, Austin-based keyboardist and singer/songwriter Paula Maya will be celebrating the release of her sixth studio album, Iluminar, with a release show at One-2-One Bar. For the release show, Maya will be joined by Antonio Dionisio. The show will also serve as a sort of a tour kickoff for a Brazilian tour in late Maya will embark on before returning back to the U.S. to tour stateside.

Officially released May 4, Iluminar is heavily influenced by her Brazilian roots, just as much as her home base of Austin. According to the official press release, the new album is Maya’s first album sung predominately in Portuguese (90%) and focused on Brazilian music, jazz and world inspired rhythms such as African soukous and Latin beats. It is a sharp contrast to her previous releases which featured a mix of pop, rock, classical and electronica.

Iluminar, which means “to shine” in Portuguese, features eight songs; seven originals and one traditional bossa nova. It was recorded at her record label studio – Yellow House Records – based in South Austin with Lefty and Robert Wyatt, mastered by Nick Landis at Terra Nova, and manufactured by Matt Eskey’s Any and All Media.

One-2-One is located at 1509 S. Lamar Blvd #600. Doors open at 6 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. 21+ welcome. $10 cover at the door. Visit the Facebook event page here.

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[9/26] Preview: Suns of Orpheus, Afrofreque, Paula Maya at Sahara Lounge

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sahara sept 26Tonight, Sept. 26, Psychedelic Brazilian-influenced rock come together with a little bit of hip-hop/funk fusion at The Sahara Lounge to kick off the final weekend of the month. Suns of Orpheus and Afrofreque headline a showcase that World Music funksters won’t want to miss. Those who arrive early will be warmed up by the sweet sounds of Brazilian jazz-pop artist Paula Maya.

We’ve often said Suns of Orpheus is Austin’s Brazilian answer to bands like Steely Dan. The group is fronted by Brazilian born guitarist and songwriter Frederico Geib, whom many may recognize from his other bands Macaxeira Funk and Os Alquimistas. Their music fuses together elements of Brazilian-inspired funk, pop and psych-rock. While their music is difficult to classify, it is easy to enjoy.

The Sahara Lounge is located at 1413 Webberville Rd. Doors open at 8 p.m. Music starts at 8:30 p.m. 21+ are welcome. Visit the Facebook event page on Facebook here.

[8/17] Preview: ALMA Women in Latin Music showcase at the Moose Lodge

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almaOn Sunday, Aug. 17, the Moose Lodge will host the 5th annual Women in Latin Music showcase, presented by the Austin Latino Music Association (ALMA). The annual event will celebrate the contributions of female performers in a variety of Latin music genres and feature live performances at the eastside family-friendly venue.

This year’s lineup includes Mariachi Amor (featuring Lesly Reynaga), Tiarra Girls, Paula Maya, Los Texas Wranglers (featuring Joyce Adams, Nikki Lopez, and Rocio Valdes), La Distancia (featuring Laura Ann McGill and Irma Chavez), and special guests Erica Rangel and Erica Lazo, contestants in the Austin Tejano Music Coalition’s Tejano Idol competition.

ALMA’s mission is “to increase knowledge and awareness in the community about local musicians and important historical figures in Austin’s Latino music scene, provide exposure and resources to local musicians, and to foster the development of young musicians who will keep Latino musical styles and traditions alive in the Capitol City.” The organization presents and sponsors a variety of music events, including the “Sonidos del Barrio” series since 2001.

Long story short: A nice sampling of various Latin music styles and the ladies who make them happen. From Mariachi to conjunto to rock to Tejano and everything in between. Plus there’s always a great vibe and friendly energy at community events like this, especially at the Moose Lodge.

The Moose Lodge is located at 2103 E.M. Franklin Avenue, north of MLK and east of Airport Boulevard in East Austin. Cover charge is $10 per person presale and $15 at the door, and the event is scheduled from 2 to 8 p.m. All ages are welcome. For more information, call 512-799-0815 or visit austinlatinomusic.com.