Milton Nascimento
Milton (LP)
LabelEndless HappinessGenreBrazilian
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“Milton,” the fourth studio album from groundbreaking Brazilian artist Milton Nascimento, emerged in 1970 as a pivotal moment for the Minas Gerais music scene. Released in partnership with the progressive rock band Som Imaginário, this landmark record continues to inspire generations, both for its audacious blending of genres and its trailblazing studio innovations.
Renowned for its rich instrumentation and stylistic diversity, “Milton” laid the essential groundwork for Nascimento’s subsequent masterpiece, “Clube da Esquina”. The album’s opening track, “Para Lennon e McCartney”—composed by Lô Borges, Fernando Brant, and Márcio Borges—reflects on the legendary partnership between John Lennon and Paul McCartney in the wake of the Beatles’ breakup, capturing a global moment of change through a distinctly Brazilian lens.
The album cover and poster, both crafted by artist Kélio Rodrigues, present Milton as a regal figure, cementing his status as musical royalty. Five decades on, “Milton” remains a touchstone of artistic innovation and cultural significance, a testament to the enduring brilliance of Milton Nascimento and the vibrant creativity of Minas Gerais.
Release notes
Unofficial Reissue Includes 4 Bonus Tracks (A6, B5-B7) and 12"x 24" Full Color Double Sided Foldout Lyric Poster ℗ 1970 EMI Records Brasil Ltda © 1970 Odeon [a736808] was misspelled as Beny R. Lippi on back cover. Publishers: A1. 3Pontas (Dubas) / Sony ATV A2, A3. 3Pontas (Dubas) / Nascimento (Sony Music Publishing) A4. Sony Music Publishing / Nascimento (Sony Music Publishing) A5. Nascimento (Sony Music Publishing) / Trevo (Arlequim) B1. 3Pontas (Dubas) / Direto B2. Nascimento (Sony…
| A1 | Para Lennon E McCartney | 2:13 | |
| A2 | Amigo, Amiga | 4:31 | |
| A3 | Maria Três Filhos | 1:30 | |
| A4 | Clube Da Esquina | 2:50 | |
| A5 | Canto Latino | 4:27 | |
| A6 | Tema De Tostao | 2:53 | |
| B1 | Durango Kid | 2:37 | |
| B2 | Pai Grande | 4:59 | |
| B3 | Alunar | 3:17 | |
| B4 | A Felicidade | 2:47 | |
| B5 | O Homem Da Sucursal | 2:30 | |
| B6 | Aqui É O País do Futebol | 2:49 | |
| B7 | O Jogo | 2:18 |
- Lô Borges
- Acoustic Guitar, Voice (A4)
- Kélio Rodrigues
- Artwork [Arte]
- Som Imaginário
- Backing Band
- Dori Caymmi
- Conductor [Regência] (B3)
- Betinho
- Drums
- Luiz
- Electric Bass
- Jorge Teixeira
- Engineer, Recorded By [Técnico De Gravação], Recorded By [Técnico De Gravação]
- Naná
- Featuring [Participação Especial], Percussion, Drums
- Frederyko
- Lead Guitar, Whistle [Apito de Caça], Voice
- Lyrio Panicali
- Music Director [Diretor Musical]
- Zé Rodrix
- Organ, Ocarina, Flute [Block Tenor, Tenor Transversa], Whistle [Apitos de Caça], Percussion, Voice
- Wagner
- Piano, Organ
- Màriozinho Rocha
- Producer [Assistente De Produção]
- Milton Miranda
- Producer [Direção De Produção]
- Tavito
- Rhythm Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bells, Voice
- Z. J. Merky
- Technician [Diretor Técnico]
- Reny R. Lippi
- Technician [Técnico De Laboratório]
- Milton Nascimento
- Vocals
