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Nuvole barocche

Fabrizio De André · 1969

28 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music

A poetic tapestry woven with intimate storytelling and traditional folk melodies that capture the heart of Italian culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling with warmth
  • short bursts of lyrical beauty
  • poignant reflections on love
  • engaging narratives for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • seek high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
Italian folk tradition· lost love reflections· poetic storytelling
Career context
Released in 1969, 'Nuvole barocche' was Fabrizio De André's third studio album, following his acclaimed self-titled debut and 'Volume III'. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself as a defining voice in Italian music, blending folk influences with progressive lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Nick Drake· Leonard Cohen
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Fetus by Franco Battiato — Explores similar poetic storytelling with a blend of traditional and avant-garde musical elements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nuvole barocche 2:26
  • 2 E fu la notte 2:04
  • 3 Delitto di paese 3:20
  • 4 Valzer per un amore 3:40
  • 5 Per i tuoi larghi occhi 2:35
  • 6 Carlo Martello ritorna dalla battaglia di Poitiers 5:18
  • 7 Il fannullone 3:39
  • 8 Geordie 2:05
  • 9 La canzone dell’amore perduto 3:40

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