Inteira (Deluxe Edition) by Nina Maia

It began with a cassette tape entitled "Pleased To Meet You" gifted to Mr Bongo at Sessa’s Fasching, Stockholm show by Yann Dardenne, the multi-tasking tour manager/sound engineer/producer/merch stall worker and co-owner of Seloki Records. On first listen, the selection of underground Brazilian artists from Seloki’s roster was superb; however, one song stopped them in their tracks. The hauntingly captivating "Gosto Meio Doce" by Nina Maia and Francisca Barreto gave them a taste of Nina's ethereal, addictive voice, and they knew they needed to hear more.

Born in Minas Gerais but now based in São Paulo, the 22-year-old has already packed a lot into a relatively short space of time. The singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer has already collaborated on the soundtracks for six Brazilian feature films, including a track with the vocalists Maria Gadú, Iza, and Liniker. But things enter a new, exciting era with this, her remarkable debut album entitled "Inteira," which translates to English as "whole."

As much inspired by Billie Eilish and Rosalía as Milton Nascimento and Toninho Horta, and not sounding like other records coming out of Brazil, "Inteira" is unique. Though rich in its Brazilian heritage, inspired by samba canção, MPB, and the Clube da Esquina movement, it also channels influence from bands such as Portishead and Massive Attack, mixed with jazz, contemporary leftfield, and electronic pop artists. Musically, it is not easily pigeonholed, with beautiful, well-crafted songs, sophisticated arrangements, eloquent vocals, and intimate lyrics. Each track reflects different moments and stories from Nina's youth, but with dialogues, feelings, and questions that span generations and resonate with all.

This ambitious debut album is Nina's vision and sound, expressing herself without constraints and making music with her friends. Featuring a lineup of Thalin (drums), Valentim Frateschi (bass), Francisca Barreto (cello and vocals), Thales Hashiguti (viola and violin), Yann Dardenne (acoustic guitar and co-producer), and Nina on piano, Rhodes, guitar, and production. The album led to a nomination in the Paulista Association of Art Critics (APCA) award’s Breakthrough Artist category, which also listed "Inteira" as one of the 50 best albums of 2024. It also received support from Bandcamp Weekly and Jamz Supernova on BBC 6 Music.

Released digitally by Seloki Records in Brazil in 2024, Mr Bongo, in partnership with Seloki Records, now presents this new, deluxe worldwide edition that includes four additional songs. These comprise the brand-new exquisite "Manhã," as well as an original twist on Vinicius de Moraes' classic "Serenata Do Adeus." Elsewhere, you’ll find a live recording showcasing Nina's remarkable energy on stage courtesy of "De Dentro" and "Gosto Meio Doce" with the amazing musician/vocalist Francisca Barreto, where our whole story began.

Nina Maia - Inteira (Deluxe Edition)
Release Date 22nd August 2025
Label Mr Bongo/Seloki Records

Tracklist
1. Caricatura
2. Kaô
3. Mar Adentro
4. Sua
5. Menininha
6. Amargo
7. Salto De Fé
8. Inteira
9. Manha    
10. Gosto Meio Doce
11. Serenata Do Adeus
12. De Dentro (Live)