Bonde do Role - With Lasers

Yeah, this album has been out for a minute, but it's still new to a lot people. Bonde do Role's With Lasers is one of my favorite albums of the year. Before I go into more detail on the album, I want to convey my first real introduction of the band. Last year I was following the work M.I.A. and Diplo. Through Diplo, I discovered Bonde do Role's Myspace music page. When I first heard Melo do Tabaco and Melo do Vitiligo I was completely drawn to this refreshing blend of Portuguese rap over baile funk, hip hop, rock, and electro beats. When Diplo went on tour with CSS and Bonde do Role, I went to the show mostly to hear Diplo spin for the first time. However, Bonde do Role was the freshes act I have ever seen in a long time. Even the though sound was horrible at the venue, their music and stage performance still blew me away. When I saw them again with Diplo with a better sound system, I was completely hooked.

With Lasers is an excellent party album. It's the perfect fusion of hip hop, rock, Miami bass, Latin, and electro beats. This album is a must have. Their shows is a must see. Here's a cool little performace of Bonde do Role in Orlando, FL back in March.