The diamond-selling DVD that turned a Carimbó beat into a Brazilian phenomenon.
"Ao Vivo" is the first DVD of the Brazilian musical group Banda Calypso, released in February 2004, through the label Calypso Produções (belonging to the band itself). The project, released in the format of CD / DVD, presents a show made by the band in the second semester of 2003 in the house of shows Patativa Clube, in São Paulo. The DVD was certified twice as a diamond disc.
Production
DIY diamond certification without major label backing
Costume
Joelma's iconic sequined bodysuits and feathered looks
Director
Ronaldo Mendes
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This 2003 show captured Banda Calypso just before their explosion, making it a time capsule of pre-fame authenticity.
The diamond certification came from selling over 300,000 copies—a rare feat for an independently distributed Brazilian music DVD at the time.
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