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Mina

Mina · 1964

33 min · 12 tracks · jazz · rock & roll · disco

A lush tapestry of romantic ballads wrapped in Mina's captivating and emotive vocal delivery.

Why this album works

Best for
steady pacing for relaxed evenings romantic ballads for intimate moments melodic flow throughout the album
Context
In 1964, Mina was already a celebrated figure in Italian music, having released her first album in 1960 and several successful records since. 'Mina' marked her artistic peak during her early career, showcasing her versatility as she explored various genres while solidifying her status as an icon in the Italian pop scene.
If you like
jazz, rock & roll, disco

Mina is an album by Mina, released in 1964. A lush tapestry of romantic ballads wrapped in Mina's captivating and emotive vocal delivery. 'Mina' received critical acclaim upon its release, with songs like 'Ninguem me ama' becoming enduring classics in Italy. The album helped to further establish Mina's influence on the Italian music landscape, paving the way for future generations of artists and contributing to the evolution of pop music in Italy during the 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mina sound like?

A lush tapestry of romantic ballads wrapped in Mina's captivating and emotive vocal delivery. Rooted in jazz and rock & roll.

What makes Mina by Mina notable?

'Mina' received critical acclaim upon its release, with songs like 'Ninguem me ama' becoming enduring classics in Italy. The album helped to further establish Mina's influence on the Italian music landscape, paving the way for future generations of artists and contributing to the evolution of pop music in Italy during the 1960s. In 1964, Mina was already a celebrated figure in Italian music, having released her first album in 1960 and several successful records since. 'Mina' marked her artistic peak during her early career, showcasing her versatility as she explored various genres while solidifying her status as an icon in the Italian pop scene.

Who is Mina for?

Mina works well if you're into steady pacing for relaxed evenings, romantic ballads for intimate moments and melodic flow throughout the album.

How many songs are on Mina?

Mina has 12 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·33:52

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

  • 1 The Nearness of You 2:38
  • 2 Angel Eyes 2:24
  • 3 Ninguem me ama Standout 2:47
  • 4 La barca 3:09
  • 5 Stella by Starlight 2:26
  • 6 Insensatez 2:37
  • 7 E se domani Standout 3:08
  • 8 Non illuderti 2:55
  • 9 Sabor a mí Standout 3:01
  • 10 You Go to My Head 2:53
  • 11 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:16
  • 12 Everything Happens to Me 2:38

Release Date

May 1, 1964

Genre

disco, jazz

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Artist Origin

Kingdom of Italy

Runtime

33 min 52 sec