Bruno Pernadas - unlikely, maybe (2026)

I can hear the intelligence all over this record. The arrangements are thoughtful, the harmonic palette is warm and slightly exotic, and there’s clearly a deep love of Brazilian pop, chamber textures, and late-60s psychedelia running through it. But for me, it never quite crosses from “clever and tasteful” into “necessary.”

The songs feel curated rather than urgent. Everything is pleasant, detailed, and musically literate — but I rarely feel tension, risk, or emotional stakes. It glides. And while the glide is elegant, it doesn’t leave much residue once it’s over. I admire the craft more than I feel compelled by the songs.

Pros

1. Sophisticated arrangements – Strings, woodwinds, and rhythmic details are layered with care; nothing feels accidental.

2. Distinct aesthetic identity – Tropicalia-leaning psych chamber pop isn’t overcrowded territory; it has personality.

3. Harmonic richness – Jazz-inflected chords and melodic turns elevate it above standard indie pop writing.

Cons

1. Low emotional urgency – Beautiful, but rarely gripping.

2. Limited dynamic arc – The album maintains a steady mood instead of building real peaks.

3. Replay gravity is moderate – Once the palette is absorbed, there’s less pull to return.

Genre: Jazz Fusion
Country: Portugal

Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 67th / 147

Highlight: Já não tem mais encanto (feat. Lívia Nestrovski)


Made me think of:
Os Mutantes
Devendra Banhart
Caetano Veloso

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