Daniel Santiago, the Brazilian guitarist, composer, and producer who has spent the past two decades quietly redefining the language of modern music in Brazil and internationally, announces his new album, Love in the Modern World, a deeply personal reimagining of ten compositions by the legendary Kurt Rosenwinkel.
Santiago’s artistry has always been defined by his ability to create music that transcends boundaries. Rooted in the traditional sounds of his homeland, Brazil, yet equally shaped by the attitude of English rock and the intricate complexities of modern jazz, his work creates his own original sonic language. With Love in the Modern World, Santiago turns his attention to Rosenwinkel’s catalog to present it to the world through a new lens.
The genesis of this project was as unexpected as it was heartfelt. “Some months ago, completely out of the blue, Daniel approached me with the idea of recording a solo album of my compositions,” recalls Kurt Rosenwinkel. “I was surprised, deeply flattered, and as I sat with the thought, a sense of excitement began to grow. I could already imagine how beautiful this music would sound in his hands.”
Love in the Modern World is not an album of tributes or imitations. It is a dialogue, where Daniel Santiago listens closely to the core of Rosenwinkel’s compositions and answers them with his own sensibilities. From the first notes of the title track, it becomes clear that the listener is in for a surprising journey. The ten tracks that make up Love in the Modern World are not only a testament to Santiago’s artistry but also to his deep emotional capacities. Songs like “Summer Song,” “Spirit Kiss,” and “Zhivago” invite listeners to forget everything they know about these compositions and to rediscover them in a completely new way.
Heartcore Records will release Daniel Santiago’s Love in the Modern World on the 31st of October, 2025. The album will be available for purchase and listening through all digital music platforms.