Fio da Memória cover

Released 10 years ago

Fio da Memória

Luísa Maita · 2016

39 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of Brazilian rhythms and jazz-inflected melodies, evoking both nostalgia and celebration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fio da memória — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of memory through its lyrical depth and intricate arrangements, highlighting Maita's artistic growth.
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    Na asa — Opening the album with a buoyant rhythm, this track sets the tone for the exploration of joy and connection found throughout the record.
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    Música popular — This track serves as a homage to the rich tapestry of Brazilian folk traditions while showcasing Maita's unique vocal style and compositional flair.
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    Volta — With its poignant lyrics and haunting melody, 'Volta' reflects on themes of longing and return, standing out as one of the most emotive pieces on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends Brazilian rhythms with jazz elements, showcasing strong compositions and skilled execution.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a lively track that sets a rhythmic foundation, followed by a gradual introduction of more melodic and harmonic complexity in subsequent songs.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response patterns between instruments, creating a dynamic interplay that highlights the jazz influences.
  • The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for reflective moments that contrast with the earlier energy.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Na asa 3:16
  • 2 Around You 3:20
  • 3 Olé 4:08
  • 4 Porão 3:55
  • 5 Fio da memória 3:11
  • 6 Música popular 4:30
  • 7 Ela 4:23
  • 8 Volta 3:33
  • 9 Sutil 4:20
  • 10 Folia 3:37
  • 11 Jump 1:18

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