Top tracks — play these first
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The Nearness of You Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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La barca — This track features a delicate interplay between Mina's soaring vocals and the soft instrumentation, exemplifying the emotional depth she brings to romantic themes.
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Ninguem me ama — Mina's interpretation of this song highlights her ability to convey longing and heartbreak, showcasing her unique vocal phrasing that captures the essence of the lyrics.
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Everything Happens to Me — This track stands out for its melancholic vibe, allowing Mina's rich timbre to shine through while exploring themes of fate and disappointment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Mina's blend of jazz and pop with lush arrangements creates an engaging yet familiar listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush orchestration, with strings and woodwinds complementing Mina's vocals throughout.
- Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a relaxed and intimate atmosphere across the record.
- Several tracks incorporate bossa nova rhythms, adding a distinct flavor that differentiates them from traditional jazz ballads.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for relaxed evenings
- romantic ballads for intimate moments
- melodic flow throughout the album
- captivating vocals for emotional connection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer long instrumental pieces
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Mina's status as a leading figure in Italian music, following earlier successes.
- Themes
- Italian romanticism· 1960s pop elegance· emotional ballads
- Career context
- Released in 1964, Mina was at the peak of her popularity in Italy, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the Italian music scene. This album followed her commercial success with 'Intanto' and showcased her ability to blend genres, including jazz and traditional Italian music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti
Tracklist
- 1 The Nearness of You Start here 2:38
- 2 Angel Eyes 2:24
- 3 Ninguem me ama 2:47
- 4 La barca 3:09
- 5 Stella by Starlight 2:26
- 6 Insensatez 2:37
- 7 E se domani 3:08
- 8 Non illuderti 2:55
- 9 Sabor a mí 3:01
- 10 You Go to My Head 2:53
- 11 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:16
- 12 Everything Happens to Me 2:38
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Astrud Gilberto Album
Astrud Gilberto
Shares lush bossa nova rhythms and emotive vocal delivery, capturing a similar romantic essence.
I Put a Spell on You
Nina Simone
Both feature haunting vocals and emotional ballads that blend jazz with rich lyrical storytelling.
Dusty in Memphis
Dusty Springfield
Combines soul and pop with a lush production style, echoing the emotional depth found in Mina's work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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