14 Bis

Among Brazil's leading modern vocal ensembles stands 14 Bis. Hailing from Minas Gerais, the collective counts several Clube da Esquina participants among its ranks. Echoes of prog rock and 1960s rock blend with caipira traditions rooted in their native region. Flávio Venturini on keyboards and guitar assembled the lineup alongside brother Cláudio Venturini on guitar, Vermelho handling keyboards, Sérgio Magrão on bass, and Hely at the drums. Both Flávio and Magrão had previously played in O Terço, whereas Vermelho and Hely originated from Bendegó. Standout tracks include "Todo Azul do Mar" (Flávio Venturini), "Canção da América" (Milton Nascimento/Fernando Brant), "Caçador de Mim" (Luiz Carlos Sá/Flávio Venturini), "Planeta Sonho" (Flávio Venturini/Vermelho/Márcio Borges), and "Espanhola" (Flávio Venturini/Gutemberg Guarabyra).