{"product_id":"sergio-mendes-and-brasil-66-fool-on-the-hill-lp-082926","title":"Sergio Mendes \u0026 Brasil '66 - Fool On The Hill - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A\u0026amp;M Records, A\u0026amp;M Records, Comet Music Corp., Rodra Music, Inc., Duchess Music Corp., Charing Cross Music, Wilson Music Inc., Wally Heider Recording Studio, Los Angeles, A\u0026amp;M Studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPX 4160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFool On The Hill by Sergio Mendes \u0026amp; Brasil '66 blends Brazilian rhythms with a polished, acoustic ensemble that invites focused listening. This 1968 pressing offers a smooth journey through tracks like \"Casa Forte\" and \"Scarborough Fair,\" where gentle percussion meets intricate melodies, reflecting the group’s knack for melding samba with accessible pop sensibilities. The album fits neatly alongside artists like Dionne Warwick for those drawn to sophisticated, groove-oriented sounds with a global flair. It’s a snapshot of Sergio Mendes’ early exploration of blending Brazilian roots with international appeal, played by a compact group that keeps the arrangements intimate yet vibrant. This vinyl pressing carries the wear typical of regular play but remains in a condition that shouldn’t distract from enjoyment, with only minor surface marks and scuffs that are unlikely to affect playback. The 12-inch format from 1968 presents the music with the era’s characteristic warmth and detail, making it a fine choice for collectors who appreciate a record that’s been spun but well cared for. It’s the kind of album that might sit comfortably among your jazz and world music shelves—just don’t let it fool you into thinking it’s all gentle breeze; the rhythms here have a steady pulse that keeps the groove alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSergio Mendes \u0026amp; Brasil '66 - Fool On The Hill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFool On The Hill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFesta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasa Forte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanto Triste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpa, Neguinho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapinha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarborough Fair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen Summer Turns To Snow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaia Ladaia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7SqlpAt6QCY\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/2NW8YJmKxaLkWOzZscLIhB\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG+ \/ VG+ \/ 1968","offer_id":54205071917372,"sku":"DEN00000294","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/MDAtMzQ2NS5qcGVn.jpg?v=1788045351","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/sergio-mendes-and-brasil-66-fool-on-the-hill-lp-082926","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}