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Sowing Records present a reissue of Joao Gilberto's O Amor, O Sorriso E A Flor, originally released in Brazil in 1960. This is Joao Gilberto's second studio effort. A seminal album that just one year later introduced bossa nova to the United States. Joao Gilberto, one of the true masters of the genre, displays a great selection of songs including various Tom Jobim's classic gems such as "Samba de Uma Nota Só" ("One Note Samba"), "Corcovado", and "Outra Vez". An essential piece of work in the whole history of Brazilian music. Clear vinyl; edition of 300. – Forced Exposure