Gilberto Gil September 22, 2008

Gilberto Gil is one of the most important singers, composers and instrumentalists of modern Brazilian pop music. When his 17th album 'Nightingale' was released, the first in the United States, his music crossed the borders and achieved international status. Aside from his brilliant performances at the famous Montreux Jazz Festival, Gil has toured with great success throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, South and North America.