Mina live '78 cover

Released 48 years ago this October

Mina live '78

Mina · 1978

69 min · 20 tracks · jazz

Mina's exuberant live performance blends jazz, pop, and disco into a captivating showcase of vocal prowess and emotional depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Stasera io qui Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Stayin’ Alive — Mina's rendition transforms this disco classic into a soulful ballad, highlighting her ability to reinterpret contemporary hits with emotional weight.
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    Grande grande grande — This track stands out as a centerpiece of the album, with Mina delivering powerful vocals that capture the song's themes of longing and desire.
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    I giardini di marzo — Mina's interpretation of this poignant ballad showcases her lyrical finesse and ability to convey deep emotion through her voice, making it a memorable highlight.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • vibrant vocals for celebration
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • dislike live performance atmosphere
  • prefer longer, cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — Captures Mina's vocal prowess at a high point in her career.
Themes
1970s Italian pop· disco reinterpretation· emotive jazz delivery
Career context
Released in 1978, Mina live '78 captures the height of Mina's career as she transitioned into her prime years after a successful series of studio albums. This album followed her acclaimed record 'Mina', which solidified her status as an iconic figure in Italian music. The live recording showcases her ability to connect with audiences through her dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals.
Stylistic neighbors
Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Amante amore

    The shift from third-person narration to direct address creates an intimate atmosphere that draws listeners into the emotional core of the song.

    This structural choice enriches the storytelling by breaking down barriers between the singer and listener, enhancing the song's impact.

Tracklist

  • 1 Stasera io qui Start here 2:06
  • 2 Stayin’ Alive 1:53
  • 3 L’importante è finire 2:59
  • 4 Non può morire un’idea 4:40
  • 5 E poi… 5:16
  • 6 Sognando 4:26
  • 7 Ancora ancora ancora 5:13
  • 8 Lacreme napulitane 5:10
  • 9 El porompompero 2:58
  • 10 Georgia on My Mind 3:14
  • 11 Angela 1:44
  • 12 Margherita 4:10
  • 13 Città vuota (It’s a Lonely Town) 3:44
  • 14 Amante amore 3:39
  • 15 Emozioni 2:11
  • 16 Ancora tu 1:44
  • 17 Sì, viaggiare 1:16
  • 18 I giardini di marzo 4:32
  • 19 We Are the Champions 4:07
  • 20 Grande grande grande 4:26

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata