Brazilian Octopus

Brazilian Octopus were a Brazilian samba-psych band that released a self-titled album on Fermata in 1969. The band featured ex-Sambrasa Trio/Quarteto Nôvo pianist/flutist Hermeto Pascoal, who subsequently gained international renown as a solo artist and bandleader.

Members: Hermeto Pascoal (flute), Lanny Gordin (guitar), Aparecido Bianchi (piano, organ), Carlos Alberto de Alcântara Pereira (flute, saxophone), Douglas de Oliveira (drums), Joao Carlos Pegoraro (vibraphone), Nilson Carlos Ruiz Matta (bass), Alemão (guitars)

Discography:

  • Brazilian Octopus (1969)

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