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The Sound of Candomblé

“The Sound of Candomblé” is a deep dive into the musical roots and spiritual rhythms of Afro-Brazilian ritual practice. Blending traditional chant, percussion-driven grooves, and Yoruba-inspired melodies, the playlist brings together artists, terreiros, and cultural groups who explore the musical language of the orixás—spiritual entities worshipped in Candomblé. From the powerful invocations to Exu in tracks by Mestre Hilário and Babalorixá Júnior D’Oxossì, to the reverent tributes to Oxum, Xangô, Oxóssi, and Ogum by artists like Jorge Alabê, Elza de Oxum, and Toninho de Oxossi, the selections reflect the complex interplay of rhythm and ritual.

The playlist spans authentic field-style recordings and more contemporary interpretations, offering a broad picture of how these traditions continue to evolve while remaining rooted in ancestral practice. With a strong presence of ijexá, alujá, batá rhythms, and ceremonial chants, this collection offers an immersive listening experience—whether you're approaching it for spiritual reflection, cultural appreciation, or rhythmic exploration.

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Abigail Moura 1 track
Acauã Ranne 1 track
Afoxé Bandarerê 2 tracks
Alex Alvear 1 track
Alfamor 1 track
Alysson Bruno 2 tracks
Amanda Prates 1 track
Ana Flávia 1 track
Andrew Biddle 1 track
Babalorixá Júnior D'Oxossì 3 tracks
Bruno Odessi 3 tracks
Bàbá Kàyọ̀dé 2 tracks
Caio de Souza Aranha 3 tracks
Candomble De Alzira 1 track
Candomblé de Keto 1 track
Casa Fanti Ashanti 2 tracks
Casa de Oxumarê 3 tracks
Cauê Silva 2 tracks
Chiara Civello 1 track
Cia de Ogans 2 tracks
Coladera 1 track
Conjunto El Niño 1 track
Coral Filhos de Exu 1 track
Cándido Martinez and Group 1 track
Céu 1 track
Dofono de Omulu 3 tracks
Ebomi Cátia 2 tracks
Ekedi Nicinha 3 tracks
Elielson Pi 2 tracks
Elza De Oxum 3 tracks
Elza de Oxum 2 tracks
Fabiana Aleluia 1 track
Fernando Hernandez with Inés Sotomayor Group 1 track
Fernando Huergo 1 track
Giana Viscardi 1 track
Grupo Ofa 2 tracks
Huntó Bará Sojí 2 tracks
Ile Alaketu Ase Kare 3 tracks
Ilé Wòpò Olójúkàn 3 tracks
Ilê Axé Alaketu Oya Funan 2 tracks
Ilê Kaio Alaketu Axé Oxum 1 track
Ilê Àse Oyá Funjó 3 tracks
Irma Ferreira 2 tracks
J.B. De Carvalho 2 tracks
J.B. De Carvalho E Seu Terreiro 1 track
Jerry Bergonzi 1 track
Jorge Alabe 3 tracks
José Ribeiro e Seus Filhos de Santo do Terreiro Inhasã Egún-Nitá 3 tracks
Joãozinho da Goméia 3 tracks
Julio De Omolu 3 tracks
Katie Viqueira 1 track
Leaders and Members of the Ketu Cult 3 tracks
Leandro César 1 track
M. Portillo Dominguez and Group 1 track
Mahamba Xetu 2 tracks
Mam'etu Mabeji 2 tracks
Mametu Monankulu 2 tracks
Manoel's Group 1 track
Mateus Aleluia 2 tracks
Mauricio De Aganju 3 tracks
Mavambo Trio 3 tracks
Mestre Erenilton 3 tracks
Mestre Erenilton Bagum 3 tracks
Mestre Hilário 3 tracks
Mestres Navegantes 3 tracks
Miguel de Tempo Deuandá 2 tracks
Mumu de Oliveira 1 track
Mãe Preta 1 track
Nando Michelin Group 1 track
Nengua Mesoenji 2 tracks
Oba Nile 1 track
Ologundê 2 tracks
Oriki 1 track
Orquestra Afro/Brasileira 1 track
Ouroba 2 tracks
Pablo Vares 1 track
Pai Cido de Oxum 3 tracks
Pejigan Anderson de Bessen 2 tracks
Projeto Sankofa 2 tracks
Redandá 3 tracks
Renato Pereira 2 tracks
Roberto Alagna 1 track
Rosa Amarela 1 track
Rubens Aredes 1 track
Serena Assumpção 2 tracks
Sergio D Ogun 3 tracks
Sharine Ganse 1 track
Shimiya's group 1 track
Steve Langone 1 track
Sula da Silva 1 track
Tiganá Santana 2 tracks
Toninho de Oxossi 3 tracks
Traditionnel 2 tracks
Treme Terra 2 tracks
Victor Eduardo 2 tracks
Vidal's group 1 track
Xirê Àlágbé 2 tracks
Xênia França 1 track