Mario Merola

Kingdom of Italy

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Sound in a sentence: "The music pulses with a driving rhythm that mirrors the fervor of street life, layered with soaring melodies that evoke both joy and melancholy."

Mario Merola matters as a vital force in the evolution of canzone napoletana, infusing traditional Neapolitan music with an emotional intensity that resonates deeply within the cultural narrative of Italy. His work has not only revitalized this cherished musical form but also expanded its reach, allowing it to thrive beyond regional confines and engage new audiences. By embodying local pride and storytelling, Merola's influence has shaped a distinct identity for Neapolitan music in contemporary contexts. Merola's approach is marked by a passionate delivery that emphasizes raw emotion and authenticity, often showcasing his powerful voice as the centerpiece of his performances. He approached music as a means of connection, recruiting both seasoned musicians and fresh talents to create a soundscape that feels communal and celebratory. This collaborative spirit serves to amplify the emotional resonance of his songs while preserving the rich history embedded in the genre. His songwriting often explores themes of love, longing, and the bittersweet nature of life in Naples, intertwining personal narratives with broader societal reflections. Merola’s tone ranges from heartfelt sincerity to poignant irony, weaving stories that allow listeners to inhabit the moments he describes. In doing so, he captures both the individual and collective experiences of his audience.

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Albums ()

Le sceneggiate di Mario Merola

Senza guapparia

Il meglio di Mario Merola

Cinematografo

I miei successi

La tradizione. La sceneggiata

Gli Indimenticabili vol. 2 Mario Merola

'A collezione 1 - 'O mare 'e margellina

'A collezione 2 - 'A sciurara

'A collezione 3 - Malommo

'A collezione 4 - Surriento d''e nnammurate

'A collezione 5 - Fantasia

'A collezione 6 - Comm''a 'nu sciummo

Amori e tradimenti

Collezione

Napoli

A città 'e Pulecenella - Tangentopoli

Disco oro

'A fede

Mario Merola the classic collection

Merola insieme

Napule ca se ne va

'A peggio offesa sta 'ncoppa all'onore

Numero 1

O'Rre da sceneggiata

Mario Merola - Storia della canzone napoletana

Chella d''e rrose

Cient'anne

Mario Merola contiene medley

Malommo

Monografie napoletane vol. 9 Mario Merola

Monografie napoletane vol. 7 Mario Merola

Monografie napoletane vol. 8 Mario Merola

Napoli - Antologia della canzone napoletana

Disco d'oro vol. 1

Disco d'oro vol. 2

Da Napoli con amore

I miei festival di Napoli

Malavicina

Melodie napoletane

Tangentopoli

Trasmette Napoli

'A sciurara

Quattro mura

14 successi

Cuore di Napoli

Ciao paisà

Madonna verde

Passione eterna

'O vendicatore

Merola canta Libero Bovio

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Singles ()

Ave Maria/Napoli canta Napoli

Inferno d'ammore/Vagabondo d'o mare

Eternamente tua / Chi s'annammora 'e te

'A camorra/Amico, permettete!

Stella nera/Cielo e mare

Via nova/Ddoje serenate

Nnammurato 'e te! / 'O giurnale

Eternamente tua / Chi s'annammora 'e te

Chitarra rossa / Salutammela

'Na santa guapparia / Miracolo d'ammore

L'Urdema Carta / Chella d"o terzo piano

'O Milurdino/Signora 'nfamità

Ciente appuntamente/Capricciusella

Abbracciame/Mare...! Mare...!

Ammanettato/Mamma schiavona

Cchiù forte 'e me/Uocchie 'e mare

Comm' 'a 'nu sciummo/Malasera

Malaspina/Bonanotte 'a sposa