Top tracks — play these first
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Desfado — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and nostalgia with a haunting melody that exemplifies Moura's vocal prowess.
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A Case of You — Moura's interpretation of this classic showcases her ability to infuse traditional fado with contemporary lyrical depth, creating a unique cross-cultural dialogue.
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Fado alado — This track highlights the fusion of traditional fado with modern sounds, reflecting Moura's artistic evolution while remaining rooted in her cultural heritage.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional fado with contemporary influences, showcasing Moura's emotive voice and rich arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a slow, contemplative mood, which is maintained through the first half before introducing more upbeat rhythms.
- Moura's vocal delivery often features long, sustained notes that emphasize emotional weight, particularly in tracks like 'A Case of You' and 'Despiu a saudade'.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional fado instrumentation alongside modern elements, such as strings and percussion, creating a rich sonic landscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- hauntingly modern vocal journey
- intimate moments of reflection
- for evening unwind
- captivating storytelling through song
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced gratification
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Desfado is Ana Moura's fourth studio album, released in 2012 following her breakthrough record, Leva-me aos Fados. At this point in her career, she had already gained significant recognition in Portugal and internationally, establishing herself as a leading figure in modern fado music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mariza· Cristina Branco· Dulce Pontes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Desfado 2:36
- 2 Amor afoito 4:07
- 3 Até ao verão 4:08
- 4 Despiu a saudade 3:37
- 5 A Case of You 5:04
- 6 E tu gostavas de mim 2:47
- 7 Havemos de acordar 5:20
- 8 A fadista 4:14
- 9 Se acaso um anjo viesse 1:43
- 10 Fado alado 4:21
- 11 A minha estrela 2:50
- 12 Thank You 3:57
- 13 Como nunca mais 2:58
- 14 Com a cabeça nas nuvens 2:14
- 15 O espelho de Alice 3:12
- 16 Dream of Fire 4:25
- 17 Quando o sol espreitar de novo 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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