Jane Duboc

Origin

Belém, PA

Also known as

Jane Duboc Vaquer

Years Active

1960s

Genres

MPB, progressive rock, bossa nova, jazz

Instruments

vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, flute

Biography

Jane Duboc is a renowned Brazilian singer, songwriter, and writer born in Belém. Known for her expressive vocal talent, she achieved significant success during the 1980s with romantic hits and notable collaborations across MPB and progressive rock. Throughout her diverse career, she contributed vocals to major projects and gained critical acclaim both in Brazil and internationally, including a Latin Grammy nomination for her 2006 album Uma Voz... Uma Paixão.

Before establishing herself as a prominent solo artist, Duboc lived in the United States where she studied music and performed extensively. Upon returning to Brazil, she collaborated with influential artists such as Raul Seixas and later joined the progressive rock band Bacamarte, recording the acclaimed 1983 album Depois do Fim. Her distinct voice and versatility also led her to record with MPB icons like Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Chico Buarque, and Milton Nascimento.

In addition to her extensive discography in bossa nova, jazz, and pop, Duboc has worked as an author, writing children's books and poetry. She is also the mother of singer Jay Vaquer, carrying forward a rich family musical legacy. Her enduring artistic contributions have solidified her status as one of Brazil's greatest musical voices.

Discography

• Jane Vaquer / José Tobias – Canções Brasileiras de Ninar (1977)
• Languidez (1980)
• Ponto de Partida (1985)
• Feliz (1988)
• Só Nós Dois (1988)
• No Ar Jane Duboc - Gravação de Programa de Rádio (1988)
• Além do Prazer (1991)
• Brasiliano (1992)
• Movie Melodies (1992)
• Gerry Mulligan With Jane Duboc – Paraiso Jazz Brazil (1993)
• Jane Duboc (1993)
• From Brazil To Japan (1996)
• Jane Duboc, Sebastião Tapajós – Da Minha Terra (1998)
• Todos os Caminhos (1998)
• Zezé Gonzaga e Jane Duboc – Clássicas (1999)
• Sweet Lady Jane (2002)
• Dois ases (2003)
• Uma Voz... uma Paixão (2005)
• Jane Duboc, Vinicius Dorin & Arismar do Espírito Santo – Glow (2006)
• Jane Duboc e Arismar do Espírito Santo – Uma Porção de Marias (2007)
• Canção da Espera (2008)
• Jane Duboc, Victor Biglione – Tributo A Ella Fitzgerald (2009)
• Sweet Face Of Love - Jane Duboc Sings Jay Vaquer (2010)
• Duetos (2018)
• The Smiling Hour (2024)
• Você e Eu (2025)
• Partituras