78 rpm / Eduardo das Neves / Moleque Chorao / 1912 / Brazil

Eduardo Sebastião das Neves was born in Rio de Janeiro, 1874. He was a Brazilian clown, poet, singer, composer and guitarist. His son Cândido das Neves, was also a noteworthy musician. After being kicked out of the Fire Department he began work as a clown, singer and circus guitarist in Rio de Janeiro. He was a pioneer of the recording industry, working alongside such figures as Mário Pinheiro, Cadete and Baiano. He left an extensive discography alongside books of poetry. His successes included "Estela" (A. Lira/ A. Tavares), "O Aquidabã", "Isto É Bom" (Bahia Shale), "O Meu Boi Morreu" and "A Conquista do Ar", a song honoring the achievements of Santos Dumont. Eduardo Das Neves – Moleque Chorao / Triangulo Mineiro Label: Odeon – 108752 Format: Shellac, 10", 78 RPM Country: Brazil Released: 1912 A Moleque Chorao B Triangulo Mineiro