Hippies, Samba, Rock n' Roll and Street Football?! - The Novos Baianos

This week on The Lost Samba Podcast, we dive deep into Brazil’s vibrant early 1970s—where samba, football, and hippie culture collided in a uniquely Brazilian explosion of creativity, rebellion, and rhythm.🔥 Discover:Life under the military dictatorship—and how Brazilians escaped through music and counterculture.The story of Novos Baianos, the hippie-rock-samba band that broke all the rules and made history.How Tom Zé, João Gilberto, and other legends helped spark a cultural revolution.The magic of street football, DIY kits, and epic matches at Chico Buarque’s private pitch.How samba leapt from the favelas to the middle class—and into the hearts of a generation.🎵 Plus: An iconic song about boys playing football in the street—a perfect blend of samba soul and libertarian joy.If you're into Brazilian music, counterculture, or just great stories, this episode is for you.