Momo and Sprits animate great look at the insane life of soul singer Tim Maia

Date
19 December 2012

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If you’re not aware of musician Tim Maia then don’t worry, you’re not alone as he’s been dubbed “the greatest soul singer you’ve never heard of.” But stand by to be amazed by the Brazilian’s insane life story which takes in sex, drugs, a UFO cult, snarling dog attacks and of course his music, condensed down into this ace animation from the SuperHeroes Amsterdam and ShopAround. To mark the release of his new album, animators Momo and Sprits have created a superb whizz through his highs and lows and it’s narrated by musician Devendra Banhart for extra authenticity. Viva Tim indeed!

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Super Heroes Amsterdam/Momo and Sprits: The Existential Adventures of Tim Maia (still)

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Super Heroes Amsterdam/Momo and Sprits: The Existential Adventures of Tim Maia (still)

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Super Heroes Amsterdam/Momo and Sprits: The Existential Adventures of Tim Maia (still)

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Super Heroes Amsterdam/Momo and Sprits: The Existential Adventures of Tim Maia (still)

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Rob joined It’s Nice That as Online Editor in July 2011 before becoming Editor-in-Chief and working across all editorial projects including itsnicethat.com, Printed Pages, Here and Nicer Tuesdays. Rob left It’s Nice That in June 2015.

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