Enquanto Há Força
José Afonso · 1978
31 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music · protest song
A fusion of traditional folk melodies and politically charged lyrics, resonating with the spirit of resistance and hope.
Enquanto Há Força is an album by José Afonso, released in 1978. A fusion of traditional folk melodies and politically charged lyrics, resonating with the spirit of resistance and hope. 'Enquanto Há Força' is significant for its reflection of post-revolutionary Portugal, capturing the hopes and struggles of a nation in transition. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to Afonso's legacy as an important cultural figure, influencing generations of musicians and activists within the folk and protest music scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Enquanto Há Força sound like?
A fusion of traditional folk melodies and politically charged lyrics, resonating with the spirit of resistance and hope. Rooted in traditional folk music and protest song.
What makes Enquanto Há Força by José Afonso notable?
'Enquanto Há Força' is significant for its reflection of post-revolutionary Portugal, capturing the hopes and struggles of a nation in transition. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to Afonso's legacy as an important cultural figure, influencing generations of musicians and activists within the folk and protest music scenes. Released in 1978, 'Enquanto Há Força' was José Afonso's follow-up to his influential album 'Traz Outro Amigo Também'. At this point in his career, Afonso had become a prominent voice in the Portuguese music scene as a key figure in the protest song movement that flourished after the Carnation Revolution in 1974. This album further solidified his role as an artist whose music was deeply intertwined with social and political commentary.
How many songs are on Enquanto Há Força?
Enquanto Há Força has 9 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Enquanto há força Standout 2:03
- 2 Tinha uma sala mal iluminada 3:32
- 3 Um homem novo veio da mata 4:05
- 4 Ali está o rio 2:51
- 5 Arcebispíada 2:58
- 6 Barracas ocupação 5:03
- 7 Eu, o povo Standout 4:10
- 8 A acupuntura em Odemira 2:17
- 9 Viva o poder popular Standout 4:29
Release Date
January 1, 1978
Artist Origin
Portugal
Runtime
31 min 31 sec
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