Malandro Records was an American record label based in

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, which released albums by Brazilian musicians. Founded by Rick Warm, the label released about 20 albums before it ceased operation. The label's name came from the Portuguese word ''

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'', a person who lived a certain type of free lifestyle. ''

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'' called Malandro "the leading U.S. label specializing in contemporary Brazilian music".

Discography

Recordings c. 1996 – 2001

References

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