“The incoming ‘Senga’ looks set to make quite an impression – make sure you’re in the crowd...”
Senga by Inês Loubet
“An auditory experience that transcends borders, uniting Brazilian musical richness with this artist’s unique expressiveness.”
Navigating vibrant influences of Latin-jazz, Tropicália and joyful grooves; multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, singer and producer Inês Loubet presents her utterly gorgeous debut album ‘Senga’. The album covers Inês’ experiences over the past five years, originating in Portugal, travelling through Brazil, before finding home in London.
“Immerses you in a sonic journey that awakens your senses and awakens your imagination”
“I always have the Bahia drums present in my mind when I write a new composition. I studied Latin percussion at University and then lived in Salvador absorbing all that heritage and knowledge”
Previously, Inês co-wrote and performed on Caravela’s album 'Orla' on None More Records, which was praised by the likes of Gilles Peterson and The Line of Best Fit. Her music has been played on Jazz FM, BBC 6 Music, BBC Radio 3, NTS and Soho Radio. A relentless live performer, she’s played alongside Brazilian legends Gilberto Gil & João Bosco, graced the stage of The Royal Albert Hall, Union Chapel, and O2 Shepherds Bush, around UK and international tours.
The album explores a range of profound themes including nature, travel, grief, unconditional love, separation, family dynamics, and the nuanced experience of womanhood in contemporary society. Dedications to the music, philosophy and revolutionary history of samba (‘Sambo Mesmo Sem’), everyday observations of joy (‘Guri’), and motivating generational change for the better (‘Sab Sabim’); glide across romantic harmonies and the Brazilian rhythms at the melodic heart of the album.
Credits
All songs written, arranged and produced by Inês Loubet
Inês Loubet - voice, acoustic guitar, backing vocals
Julio Castro - electric bass, backing vocals
Greg Sanders - electric guitar
Jansen Santana - percussion, backing vocals
Peu Meurray - percussion, backing vocals
Recorded at Giant Wafer Studios, Wales
Engineered by Viktor Volaric-Horvat (Undular Productions)
Mixed and Mastered by Rui Ferreira at Antena Zero
Artwork by Andrea Tolaini
With additional design by Jonny Drop and Sara Felgueiras
Photography by Liam Prior
A&R by Adam Scrimshire
Released by Albert's Favourites
Vinyl distribution - Prime Direct Distribution
Digital distribution - Believe Digital
