Brazilian

\"Brazilian\" is the seventh track from Kathak, a studio album by Indian percussionist and composer Trilok Gurtu. Gurtu released the album on May 19, 1998, through the German record label Cream Records. The composition appears as the seventh of nine tracks on the CD format release.

The track spans 4 minutes and 37 seconds. Gurtu blends elements of Brazilian rhythms with North Indian classical influences, reflecting the album’s broader fusion of global percussion traditions and Hindustani music. The recording features Gurtu on drums, percussion, and electronic pads, though the full lineup of contributing musicians for this specific track remains partially undocumented in available sources. The album itself incorporates collaborations with artists such as guitarist John McLaughlin and tabla player Zakir Hussain, though their presence on \"Brazilian\" requires verification.

Kathak serves as a conceptual exploration of the Kathak dance form, with each track drawing inspiration from its rhythmic and melodic structures. Cream Records distributed the album in physical CD format, and later releases included digital reissues. The label categorized the work under world fusion and contemporary jazz genres, emphasizing Gurtu’s cross-cultural approach to percussion. No official music videos or alternate versions of \"Brazilian\" have been confirmed in public records.

The track’s reception contributed to the album’s recognition as a notable entry in Gurtu’s discography, though specific critical analyses of \"Brazilian\" are limited. The broader Kathak release reinforced Gurtu’s reputation for integrating diverse percussive styles while maintaining ties to Indian classical frameworks. Additional production details, such as recording locations or engineering credits, are not widely published.