In 1974, bossa nova innovator Antonio Carlos Jobim teamed up with Elis Regina, one of Brazil`s finest and most beloved singers, for a recording that ranks among the best Brazilian pop albums ever. Jobim`s compositions are renowned for their melodicism and intricacy, and they are beautifully showcased here. This is largely due to Regina`s masterfully subtle and breathy performances (listen to her slow reading of "Corcovado" for a case study in perfection), but everything about this disc, from the clear, tasteful arrangements to the way the voice of Jobim and Regina interact, is a delight. Alongside select albums by Joao Gilberto and Caetano Veloso, ELIS & TOM is a must-have for even the most casual Brazilian fan.