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Moura

Ana Moura

Album 2015
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About this album

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

Where they were

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.

Why it matters

'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.

Essential tracks

  • "Desamparo" — This track showcases Moura's emotive vocal delivery paired with haunting instrumentation, encapsulating the essence of longing that defines much of her work.
  • "Ai Eu" — With its captivating melody and poignant lyrics, this song represents the fusion of traditional fado with contemporary influences, a hallmark of Moura's style.
  • "O Meu Amor Foi Para o Brasil" — This track highlights Moura's ability to tell stories through music, infusing nostalgia and cultural references into a dynamic arrangement that resonates widely.

Release Date

November 27, 2015

Artist Origin

Portugal

Tracklist

Disc 1

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

Disc 2

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

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