Minacantalucio
Mina · 1975
39 min · 10 tracks · jazz · rock & roll · disco
A lush blend of orchestral pop and reflective balladry, capturing Mina's emotive vocal prowess.
Why this album works
The album solidified Mina's status in the Italian music scene, peaking at number one on the Italian charts and receiving critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements. Its influence can be seen in the subsequent wave of Italian pop artists who embraced a blend of genres and complex emotional narratives.
- Career context
- By the release of *Minacantalucio* in October 1975, Mina was already an established star in Italy, having released several successful albums since her debut in 1960. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, showcasing a more mature sound that combined elements of pop and jazz while expanding her lyrical themes.
- 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 I giardini di marzo Standout 6:07
- 2 Il nostro caro angelo 4:09
- 3 Dieci ragazzi 2:38
- 4 Innocenti evasioni 3:27
- 5 7 e 40 3:38
- 6 Emozioni Standout 4:37
- 7 Fiori rosa, fiori di pesco 3:06
- 8 29 settembre Standout 3:44
- 9 L'aquila 4:32
- 10 Non è Francesca 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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