Why this album works
'Fado' received critical acclaim and showcased Carminho’s unique interpretation of traditional fado, contributing to a resurgence of interest in the genre. The album helped her gain recognition internationally, paving the way for subsequent projects and collaborations with both Portuguese and international artists.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout haunting emotional resonance reflective moments of nostalgia
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Fado' marked Carminho's debut album, establishing her as a prominent voice in the revival of fado music. At this point, she was transitioning from a lesser-known singer to a significant figure in Portugal's music scene, setting the stage for her future successes and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Luciana Abreu· Cristina Branco· António Zambujo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Escrevi teu nome no vento Standout 3:14
- 2 A Bia da Mouraria Standout 2:14
- 3 Meu amor marinheiro Standout 3:03
- 4 Palavras dadas 1:44
- 5 Espelho quebrado 3:14
- 6 Marcha de Alfama 2:35
- 7 O Tejo corre no Tejo 2:38
- 8 A voz 3:44
- 9 Voltar a ser 2:08
- 10 Carta a Lisboa 2:32
- 11 Carta a Leslie Burke 2:40
- 12 Uma vida noutra vida 2:07
- 13 Nunca é silêncio vão 2:22
- 14 Senhora da Nazaré 2:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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