also called easy-listening, this genre quickly evolved to incorporate jazz, polynesian, and middle eastern rhythms into its repertoire, tending toward the instrumental with a  limited vocal presence.

exotic beats and sounds were amalgamated into music played in bars, hotels, casinos, and other ambiances typical of this relaxing and sophisticated style.

it is not surprising that lounge music found its perfect companion in the rhythms of bossa nova developed in rio in the early 60s. 

this elegant and fluid genre was mainly influenced by jazz, with a touch of samba, but featured more complex harmonies and less percussion, making it a perfect type of lounge music - copacabana and ipanema are bossa nova 's cradle and signature neighborhoods, and to this day the areas where to find most establishments offering this beat.