Ze Ibarra's second solo album, Afim, arrives via Mr Bongo and Coala Music, marking a bold step for one of Brazil's freshest voices. Known for his hypnotic vocals with Latin Grammy winners Bala Desejo and the band Donica, and having toured with Milton Nascimento and Seu Jorge, Ibarra blends MPB, jazz, pop, and progressive rock across eight tracks. The record weaves intimate guitar balladry with lush strings by Jaques Morelenbaum, exploring darker, cinematic soundscapes. Highlights include the comforting single 'Transe', a nod to Brazilian classics, and a transformed take on Sophia Chablau's punky 'Segredo'.