Gilberto Gil delivers the magic live in London
08 July 2019, 11:22
Photography by
Chris Almeida
(Photos)
Hitting London for a rare appearance as part of the Innervisions Festival, Brasilian legend Gilberto Gil and his family-heavy band mesmerised the audience at Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The 77-year old - responsible for shaping the musical landscape of his country over a 50-year career - was joined by Brasilian singer Roberta Sá for a performance of “Chega De Saudade”, in tribute to the late João Gilberto .
Hitting London for a rare appearance as part of the Innervisions Festival, Brasilian legend Gilberto Gil and his family-heavy band mesmerised the audience at Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The 77-year old - responsible for shaping the musical landscape of his country over a 50-year career - was joined by Brasilian singer Roberta Sá for a performance of “Chega De Saudade”, in tribute to the late João Gilberto .















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