Bosco de Oliveira's "Arakatuba"
“…superb band led by fabulous Brazilian percussionist Bosco D'Oliveira”
Time Out London
“Arakatuba” is a Brazilian/Jazz “Groove” band led by one of the finest Brazilian percussion players to have worked in Europe, Bosco de Oliveira. The band has performed its brand of Jazz-influenced Brazilian music around the world, including work with the likes of Airto Moreira (Miles Davis) and Dom Um Romao (Weather Report). Bosco himself was resident in the UK for almost 30 years and is considered to be one of the most influential of the Brazilian musicians to have lived here. He was one of the co-founders of the London School of Samba and includes work with the likes of Hamish Stuart and Terry Callier on a hugely impressive cv. Also featured in the band tonight are Dave Bitelli (Elton John, Jools Holland)-sax, Sam Watts (Jason Marsalis, Judi Jackson)-piano, Andy Lafone (Snowboy, Airto Moreira, Basia, Negrocan [Glastonbury Festival])-bass and Fabio de Oliveira (George Ezra, Airto Moreira)-drums, playing music Bosco describes as “Brazilian roots with a Jazz/Dance approach”. Bosco moved back to Brazil some years ago now which means this will be a rare chance to catch this iconic musician in the UK.
“…superb band led by fabulous Brazilian percussionist Bosco D'Oliveira” Time Out