Best of Brazil '25 | Jobim's Secret Album

January 1, 2026..................Music, Travel, Friends & Fun! ....................View as Webpage

WEEKENDER

Happy birthday, Luiz Melodia! (January 7)

Our Top Story

Out With The Old, In With The Best!

From historic tributes and jazzy revivals to our new music charts and rising stars, 2025 is a musical year to remember. Here are 10 of the very best.

As voted by fans like you!

January's Musical Birthdays

January’s Brazilian music birthdays include Brazil’s most prolific songwriter, a Bossa Nova ingénue, a Brazilian jazz visionary, and a legendary anniversary.

Care to guess before you click?

To Milton With Love Review Roundup

Musically, the past year has given us much to be thankful for. But what do the world's top critics and pundits have to say? Especially for this tribute recording.

It's our choice for Album Of The Year.

Brazil Changes Visa Policy for Americans

Brazil has taken a dramatic step, affecting all Americans thinking about a winter getaway to sunny Rio. Or for experiencing Carnaval in Salvador, Bahia.

Travel Update! We have the full story.

It's New Music Friday!

Get a head start on the songs and artists that will shape 2026 with New Music Friday. Listen at 11 am, 2 pm, and 5 pm CT for our always fresh two-in-a-row!

Listen Live or On Demand anytime!

Winter Warm-Up! Brazilian Spiced Cider

This comforting sipper is perfect for warding off winter's chill by the fireplace. Here's our tasty take on Brazil's traditional Quentão.

And it's so easy to make! Try it this weekend..

One Track Mind: Bobby Brazil's Amazonica

Sensuous vocals and flowing instrumentals make Amazonica one of the most satisfying albums of its kind. But the names of its world-class musicians?

That's a secret that's never been shared.

Jobim's Hidden Treasure

It began as a rumor. But 39 years ago - on Antonio Carlos Jobim's 60th birthday - this is the album everyone wanted, but only a chosen few could own.

Why was this album kept from Jobim fans worldwide?

~ The Weekend ~

Long Songs: The Winter Edition

Begins Sunday: We love to create unique and inspired radio, and this show features nothing but Brazil's best long songs. Melodies that go on forever because they have a lot to say! Don't miss this show, or you'll be sorry for a long, long time!

Listen Live

Broadcast date: January 4 - 11

On-Demand through January 18

Streaming daily at 7 am, 3 pm, 6 pm, and midnight Central.

Click here to Listen Live or on demand.

Brazil's Great Composers

Begins Sunday: Join host George Klabin for a musical tour of Brazil's Great Composers and Songwriters. Plus rare songs from his personal archives, too!

Listen Live

Broadcast date: January 4 at noon CT

The Thursday Replay: January 8 at 3 pm CT

Click here for our weekly playlist and to Listen Live