Portuguese fado sensation Mariza is set to perform on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). The acclaimed fado artist will be in North America for a 12-date fall tour. She will joined by Brazilian vocalist Bebel Gilberto.
Mariza first attracted international attention with the release of her 2001 debut album, Fado em Mim. Since then she has sold over a million copies of her recordings and earned more than 30 international Platinum awards. Mariza will be showcasing her new album, Mundo (World) that includes classics honoring the late fado legend Amalia Rodrigues and influential tango singer Carlos Gardel, and new songs written for her by acclaimed Spanish producer Javier Limón.
Bebel Gilberto is a well-known vocalist in the world music scene, who combines electronica with Brazilian music.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
1 Center Street, Newark NJ
Doors 6:30pm / Performance 7pm
Tickets: $35 – $125
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
