Jorginho Telles

Years Active

1964

Genres

bossa nova, soul, funk, MPB, brazilian jazz

Instruments

vocal

Biography

Jorginho Telles is a Brazilian artist who emerged on the musical scene in the 1960s. His career began in 1964, with participations in bossa nova and Brazilian jazz recordings. In 1971, he released the album "Copacabana Soul", which included tracks such as "Superbacana" and "Estou na Minha", exploring soul and funk sounds with Latin influences. Telles was also involved in the music festival scene, having his voice associated with songs like "Na Hora do Almoço", by Belchior, which won the 4th MPB University Festival in 1971.

Throughout his career, Jorginho Telles contributed to the diversity of Brazilian music, with works that transitioned between bossa nova, soul, and funk. His discography includes participations in compilations and albums that portray the musical effervescence of Brazil in the 1960s and 1970s.

Discography

• Jorginho Telles (1971)