Pele, Zico and Romario shone there, but also Paul McCartney and Elton John: the enormous Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro (capacity: 100,000) is the stage for the greatest artists in the world. On December 16, 2006, Ivette Sangalo, Brazil's most popular singer, played a home game at the stadium. No Maracanã is the report of that concert. The mood is right from the first song on. Sangalo whips
… the stadium into a swirling mass. An extensive band and a large dance group assist her in this. The professional band, many costume parties and the spectacular fireworks cannot hide the fact that Sangalo is not a great singer. From time to time it seems like she is short of breath. Sangalo sprints and jumps off the colossal stage. Spanish charm singer Alejandro Sanz provides some peace and quiet during the subdued duet Corazon Partio. The DVD also features a report of Sagalo's visit to Europe and the preparations for her big show in Rio. (PdK)more
