Moura cover

Moura

Ana Moura · 2015

119 min · 30 tracks · fado

A modern take on fado that intertwines traditional melodies with contemporary rhythms and emotional depth.

Why this album works

'Moura' received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to fado, earning Moura a nomination for Best Portuguese Act at the 2016 MTV Europe Music Awards. The album resonated with both longtime fado enthusiasts and a younger audience, bridging cultural gaps and highlighting the genre's evolution.
Best for
dynamic ebb and flow experience emotional depth in modern fado for reflective afternoons
Context
By the time 'Moura' was released in 2015, Ana Moura had solidified her position as a leading voice in contemporary fado, following her breakthrough album 'Leva-me aos Fados' in 2009. This release came after a period of increased international recognition, allowing her to explore new musical territories while maintaining her roots in traditional Portuguese music.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Moura Encantada 4:44
  • 2 Fado Dançado 2:17
  • 3 Desamparo Standout 3:37
  • 4 Dia de Folga 2:39
  • 5 Ai Eu Standout 4:38
  • 6 Eu Entrego 2:46
  • 7 Agora É Que É 3:11
  • 8 Cantiga de Abrigo 3:55
  • 9 O Meu Amor Foi Para o Brasil Standout 2:52
  • 10 Ninharia 4:18
  • 11 Tens os Olhos de Deus 5:19
  • 12 Não Quero Nem Saber 3:06
  • 13 Moura 4:13

Disc 2

  • 1 Moura Encantada 5:31
  • 2 Ai Eu Standout 5:08
  • 3 O Meu Amor Foi Para o Brasil Standout 3:39
  • 4 Fado Dançado 2:39
  • 5 Desamparo Standout 3:23
  • 6 Agora É Que É 5:25
  • 7 Ninharia 5:23
  • 8 De Quando Em Vez 3:58
  • 9 Porque Teimas Nesta Dor 3:34
  • 10 Valentim 3:22
  • 11 Leva-me os Fados 3:03
  • 12 Os Búzios 4:06
  • 13 Tens os Olhos de Deus 5:32
  • 14 Bailinho à Portuguesa 4:11
  • 15 Dia de Folga 2:57
  • 16 Loucura 5:18
  • 17 Desfado 4:49

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