"""Cuban Soul-18 Kilates"" is Cassiano's third studio album released in 1976 and stands as a milestone in Brazilian soul music. Influenced by artists like Otis Redding Eddie Kendricks Stevie Wonder and others it combines Brazilian rhythms with classic American soul elements creating a unique fusion. The album features 9 tracks with 'A Lua e Eu' becoming a major commercial hit and the theme song for the soap opera ""O Grito"". Cassiano's smooth soulful vocal style and the album's larger-than-life arrangements reminiscent of Tim Maia's sound give it a rich deep feel. The standout track 'Onda' is a relaxing anthem evoking beach vibes with its captivating bassline subtle percussion and natural sounds of the sea making it perfect for moments of relaxation. This song along with the album's other tracks showcases Cassiano's mastery of Brazilian soul making ""Cuban Soul-18 Kilates"" a definitive and cherished record in the genre. Cassiano's smooth soulful vocal style and the album's larger-than-life arrangements reminiscent of Tim Maia's sound give it a rich deep feel tThe standout track 'Onda' is a relaxing anthem evoking beach vibes that has become a DJ's favorite in recent years and also made it into several compilations. This album has earned cult status over the years securing its place as one of the most coveted Brazilian records of all time. Once incredibly rare and expensive it's now at the top of every serious collector's wishlist. After not being available outside of Brazil for years it's finally been reissued - don't miss your chance to own this legendary piece of music history."