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Salomè

Mina · 1981

79 min · 18 tracks · jazz · rock & roll · disco

Mina's Salomè melds sultry jazz-inflected pop with emotive ballads, creating a lush sonic tapestry.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like pacing with emotional depth dynamic exploration of romantic themes for late-night introspection
Context
Released in 1981, Salomè marked Mina's return after a brief hiatus from the music scene. This album came during a period of artistic exploration for her, following the commercial success of her previous works in the late 1970s. It showcased her versatility as she navigated through various genres, including pop and jazz.
If you like
jazz, rock & roll, disco

Salomè is an album by Mina, released in 1981. Mina's Salomè melds sultry jazz-inflected pop with emotive ballads, creating a lush sonic tapestry. Salomè is significant for its bold interpretation of international standards like 'Walk On By,' which showcased Mina's ability to transcend cultural boundaries. The album received critical acclaim and solidified her status as one of Italy's most beloved vocalists, influencing numerous artists across genres in Italy and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Salomè sound like?

Mina's Salomè melds sultry jazz-inflected pop with emotive ballads, creating a lush sonic tapestry. Rooted in jazz and rock & roll.

What makes Salomè by Mina notable?

Salomè is significant for its bold interpretation of international standards like 'Walk On By,' which showcased Mina's ability to transcend cultural boundaries. The album received critical acclaim and solidified her status as one of Italy's most beloved vocalists, influencing numerous artists across genres in Italy and beyond. Released in 1981, Salomè marked Mina's return after a brief hiatus from the music scene. This album came during a period of artistic exploration for her, following the commercial success of her previous works in the late 1970s. It showcased her versatility as she navigated through various genres, including pop and jazz.

Who is Salomè for?

Salomè works well if you're into wave-like pacing with emotional depth, dynamic exploration of romantic themes and for late-night introspection.

How many songs are on Salomè?

Salomè has 18 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·79:39

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Tu sarai la mia voce (Put the Weight on My Shoulders) Standout 5:02
  • 2 Miele su miele 5:55
  • 3 Tres palabras 3:28
  • 4 Sono sola sempre 4:24
  • 5 Walk On By Standout 8:31
  • 6 No 3:23
  • 7 Contigo en la distancia 3:14
  • 8 Così 3:25

Disc 2

  • 1 E va bene, ti voglio Standout 5:27
  • 2 Una canzone 4:09
  • 3 Verde luna 2:43
  • 4 Liza 3:33
  • 5 Boy 5:14
  • 6 Uh uh 3:55
  • 7 E tu, chi sei? 4:30
  • 8 Espérame en el cielo 3:22
  • 9 Quando l'amore ti tocca 3:19
  • 10 Squarciagola 6:05

Release Date

November 1, 1981

Genre

disco, jazz

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Artist Origin

Kingdom of Italy

Runtime

79 min 39 sec