Os Dias da MadreDeus
Madredeus · 1987
72 min · 15 tracks · world music
Ethereal melodies intertwine with traditional Portuguese fado, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape.
Why this album works
This album significantly impacted the revival of traditional fado music by bringing it into a modern context. It received critical acclaim, helping to elevate Madredeus as one of Portugal's foremost musical exports, and laid the groundwork for their subsequent international success.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Os Dias da MadreDeus' marked Madredeus' debut album, introducing their unique blend of Portuguese folk and contemporary influences. At this time, the band was still in its early formation stages, establishing their identity within the world music genre and gaining attention for their innovative approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Deep Forest· Dhafer Youssef· Amadou & Mariam
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 As montanhas 2:25
- 2 A sombra Standout 5:31
- 3 A vaca de fogo 5:02
- 4 Os pássaros quando morrem caem no céu 2:24
- 5 Adeus… E nem voltei Standout 5:50
- 6 A península 4:05
- 7 A cantiga do campo 6:28
- 8 Fado do Mindelo Standout 5:06
- 9 A marcha da oriental 5:59
- 10 A cidade 6:00
- 11 Maldito dia aziago 5:10
- 12 A andorinha 4:44
- 13 O Brasil 5:34
- 14 O meu amor vai embora 3:20
- 15 Amanhã 4:53
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