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It was ironically called the Bossa Nova, although our information is she was not using the name Nova in South Africa.
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The line, called Bossa Nova, is inspired by the beautiful music of the same name, and not, as the designer clarifies, by Brazil.
Top Headlines 2009
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The so called "Bossa Nova" achieved a great international acceptance mainly among jazz appreciators (although I do not consider Bossa Nova the highlight of Brazilian music).
Latest reviews @ Progarchives.com, the ultimate progressive rock music website 2010
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Jones wrote "Soul Bossa Nova" in 1962 - proof that a half-century later, the veteran music man has still got the groove.
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"Soul Bossa Nova" was sampled by rapper Ludacris in his 2005 single "Number One Spot."
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On the tiny dance floor, Meryl's stepfather was doing the Bossa Nova with Mrs. Clarke.
Radium Carol Reid 2012
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She debuted during the '60s Bossa Nova explosion, appearing in over 30 projects to date.
Phil Ramone and Danielle Evin: Dog Ears Music: Volume 187 Phil Ramone 2011
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SM: Years ago, there was a Bossa Nova concert in Carnegie Hall in '62.
Mike Ragogna: Celebrating A Musical Journey: A Conversation With Sergio Mendes Mike Ragogna 2011
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"Soul Bossa Nova" was sampled by rapper Ludacris in his 2005 single "Number One Spot."
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Jones wrote "Soul Bossa Nova" in 1962 - proof that a half-century later, the veteran music man has still got the groove.
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