Released 40 years ago
En directo
Joaquín Sabina · 1986
81 min · 21 tracks · folk music
A vibrant live recording blending folk, rock, and pop with Sabina's signature storytelling and charismatic performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ocupen su localidad Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Princesa — This track exemplifies Sabina's ability to weave romantic narratives with vivid imagery, making it a fan favorite that resonates deeply.
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Cuando era más joven — Reflecting on nostalgia and youth, this song captures the essence of Sabina's lyrical style and connects with listeners through its relatable themes.
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Pongamos que hablo de Madrid — An homage to the city that shaped him, this track showcases Sabina's clever wordplay and is emblematic of his connection to urban life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied tempo
- intimate storytelling in live setting
- wave-like pacing for immersion
- emotional resonance in performance
- reflective moments for quiet thinking
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, narrative-driven albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Sabina's reputation and introduced him to broader audiences.
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'En directo' marked Joaquín Sabina's first live album, capturing the energy of his emerging career. By this time, he had already released several studio albums, but this project showcased his growing popularity in Spain as a key figure in the rock and trova scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Silvio Rodríguez· Pablo Milanés· Leonard Cohen
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Ocupen su localidad Start here 3:02
- 2 Cuando era más joven 5:08
- 3 Princesa 3:45
- 4 Hay mujeres 5:03
- 5 Zumo de neón 3:20
- 6 El joven aprendiz de pintor 3:46
- 7 Cómo decirte, cómo contarte 3:51
- 8 Tratado de impaciencia nº 11 2:33
- 9 Qué demasiao 3:28
- 10 Juana la Loca 5:56
Disc 2
- 1 Calle Melancolía 4:16
- 2 Pongamos que hablo de Joaquín 3:36
- 3 Caballo de cartón 4:42
- 4 Cuervo ingenuo 4:17
- 5 Whisky sin soda 4:24
- 6 Rebajas de enero 3:40
- 7 Adiós, adiós 3:37
- 8 Pisa el acelerador 3:50
- 9 Pongamos que hablo de Madrid 4:10
- 10 Eh, Sabina 3:15
- 11 Despedida 1:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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