"[It's a delight] that two of [Ben's] finest albums have resurfaced on vinyl via Elemental ... This is the first European vinyl version in years ... Ben wasn't as overtly political as the Tropicalistas; his inclusive approach and simple songs on a variety of everyday themes energised the public and moved the musical debate forward without upsetting the usually touchy authorities. Performers as Gal Costa were quick to cover those songs. Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil praised Ben's ability to achieve the kind of progression they were shouting about. His use of electric guitar on samba and bossa nova rhythms helped alter the direction of MPB (Brazilian popular music). This landmark album, his first with Trio Mocotó, also includes Ben's unofficial Brazilian national anthem "País Tropical" ... Ben's identification with the ghetto poor made him equivalent to a modern hip-hop star, though he'd not dwell on hardships, preferring to stir up a good time. His rubbery grooves andinfectiousenergy make his songs effective pop, even if you don't understand Portuguese".