L'allieva
Mina · 2005
65 min · 14 tracks · jazz · rock & roll · disco
Mina's lush vocals intertwine with jazz standards, creating a timeless blend of elegance and emotional depth.
Why this album works
'L'allieva' received critical acclaim in Italy, cementing Mina's status as a leading figure in popular music. The album features beloved jazz standards and has been praised for its sophisticated arrangements, contributing to the ongoing appreciation of traditional genres within contemporary Italian music.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments lush vocals for intimate settings timeless elegance for relaxed evenings
- Context
- Released on November 11, 2005, 'L'allieva' marked a significant phase in Mina's career as it was her first studio album after a four-year hiatus. Known for her influential presence in Italian pop and jazz since the 1960s, this album showcased her enduring vocal prowess and ability to reinterpret classic standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Domenico Modugno· Franco Califano· Kate Bush· Christina Aguilera· ABBA· David Bowie· giorge mijael· Akiko Yano
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 These Foolish Things Standout 5:32
- 2 The Nearness of You 3:27
- 3 Once I Loved Standout 6:17
- 4 One for My Baby 4:40
- 5 Angel Eyes 6:20
- 6 Blue Moon 6:18
- 7 Strangers in the Night 4:04
- 8 All the Way 4:42
- 9 Good‐Bye 2:54
- 10 Dindi 4:52
- 11 My Way Standout 2:39
- 12 Only the Lonely 4:31
- 13 April in Paris 2:40
- 14 Laura 6:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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