Elettra
Carmen Consoli · 2009
38 min · 10 tracks
A vibrant blend of folk-rock and pop, infused with poetic storytelling and emotive melodies that reflect Italian landscapes and sentiments.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mandaci una cartolina Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and reflective lyrics about longing and communication, encapsulating Consoli's unique style.
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'A finestra — This song stands out for its poetic imagery and atmospheric arrangement, illustrating Consoli's ability to blend personal narrative with broader themes of observation and introspection.
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Elettra — The title track delves into identity and self-perception, showcasing Consoli's lyrical depth and emotional resonance that defines much of her work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Elettra showcases strong songwriting and production, blending folk-rock with poetic lyrics that resonate with Italian themes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong single that sets a melodic tone, followed by tracks that alternate between upbeat and reflective moods.
- Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, with strings and acoustic elements enhancing the folk-rock feel.
- 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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6/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- intimate storytelling with warmth
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- melodic hooks that linger
- for cozy afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer longer, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Elettra reinforces Consoli's status and showcases her artistic maturity.
- Themes
- Italian landscapes· longing communication
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Elettra is Carmen Consoli's sixth studio album, following her critically acclaimed work, Eva Contro Eva. At this point in her career, Consoli had already established herself as a prominent figure in Italian music, blending traditional sounds with contemporary themes, and Elettra continued to showcase her artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Francesca Michielin· Elisa· Luca Barbarossa
Tracklist
- 1 Mandaci una cartolina Start here 3:40
- 2 Perturbazione atlantica 3:35
- 3 Non molto lontano da qui 3:49
- 4 Mio zio 3:17
- 5 Sud est 3:31
- 6 Marie ti amiamo 3:14
- 7 'A finestra 4:47
- 8 Col nome giusto 3:42
- 9 Elettra 4:27
- 10 Ventunodieciduemilatrenta 4:01
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