Biography
Eva Correia José Maria, professionally known as Evinha, was born on September 17, 1951, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She began her musical journey as a child, joining her siblings in the acclaimed vocal group Trio Esperança in 1961. The group became a prominent act during the Jovem Guarda era, blending Brazilian pop with influences from American doo-wop and rock, and enjoyed significant success throughout the 1960s.
In 1968, Evinha launched her solo career after a standout performance of 'Cantiga por Luciana' at the 4th International Song Festival. Her solo work throughout the 1970s and beyond showcased her versatility, with hits like 'Teletema' and 'Como Vai Você' that drew on MPB (Música Popular Brasileira), bossa nova, samba, soul, and jazz. Evinha's music is characterized by her emotive vocals and her ability to bridge traditional Brazilian styles with contemporary pop. She toured internationally, collaborated with family and prominent musicians, and celebrated 50 years of solo work in 2019 with an album dedicated to Guilherme Arantes' songs. Despite being less internationally recognized than some contemporaries, Evinha is regarded as a foundational figure in modern Brazilian pop and MPB, with a legacy of innovation and heartfelt performance.
Fun Facts
- Evinha was part of a musical family; her brothers formed the group The Golden Boys, another major act of the Jovem Guarda era.
- She won acclaim at the 4th International Song Festival in 1968 with 'Cantiga por Luciana,' which launched her solo career.
- Evinha married French pianist Gérard Gambus and has lived and performed in France for many years.
- In 2019, she celebrated 50 years of her solo career with an album featuring re-recordings of songs by Guilherme Arantes.
Musical Connections
Mentors/Influences
- Jovem Guarda movement - Evinha's early style and career were shaped by the Jovem Guarda movement, which blended Brazilian pop with international rock and soul influences. (Trio Esperança recordings (1961-1967)) [1960s]
Key Collaborators
- Trio Esperança (Regina and Mario Correia José Maria) - Siblings and bandmates in the vocal group Trio Esperança. (Trio Esperança albums and singles (1961-1967, rejoined in the 1990s)) [1961-1967, 1990s]
- Renato Correa - Brother, songwriter, and producer who assisted on several of Evinha's solo albums. (Solo albums including 'Eva 2001' (1969)) [1970s]
- Gérard Gambus - Pianist and Evinha's husband, with whom she performed internationally. (Live performances and tours) [1980s-present]
Artists Influenced
- Brazilian pop and MPB artists - Evinha's pioneering blend of MPB, soul, and pop influenced later generations of Brazilian singers, especially female vocalists in the MPB and bossa nova scenes. (Her solo discography and Trio Esperança's harmonies) [1970s-present]
Discography
Albums
| Title | Release Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cartão Postal | 1971-01-05 | Album |
| Eva | 1974-04-02 | Album |
| Eva 2001 | 1969-05-03 | Album |
| Evinha | 1970-03-03 | Album |
| Evinha | 1973-06-05 | Album |
| Evinha Canta Guilherme Arantes | 2019-10-25 | Album |
| Retratos | 2004-01-01 | Album |
| Mr Bongo Record Club, Vol. 1 | 2016-09-16 | Album |
| Mr Bongo Record Club, Vol. 1 | 2016-09-16 | Album |
| Uma Voz, um Piano | 2016-07-02 | Album |
| Eva | 2005 | Album |
| Retratos | 2004 | Album |
| Eva | 1969-01-01 | Album |
Top Tracks
- Cacos De Vidro (sample: Esperar pra Ver) (Diamantes, Lágrimas e Rostos para Esquecer)
- Só Quero Ver (Diamantes, Lágrimas e Rostos para Esquecer)
- Esperar Pra Ver (Cartão Postal)
- Que Bandeira (Cartão Postal)
- Só Quero (Cartão Postal)
- Olha Eu Aqui Oh! Oh! Oh!... (Eva)
- Virou Lágrimas (Eva)
- Cartão Postal (Cartão Postal)
- Encontro (Cartão Postal)
- Casaco Marron (Bye, Bye, Ceci) (Eva 2001)
External Links
References
Heard on WWOZ
Evinha has been played 1 time on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.
| Date | Time | Title | Show | Spotify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | 08:29 | Esperar Pra Verfrom Cartoa Postal | The Morning Setw/ Fox Duhon or Mark LaMaire |