Carminho, the renowned Fado songstress from Portugal, is set to unveil her much-awaited studio album “Portuguesa” on the 3rd of March, 2023. Adding to the excitement, Carminho has also declared her first UK concert in over six years at London’s Union Chapel on May 12th.
At just 38 years of age, Carminho has already earned a distinguished reputation as one of the greatest Fado vocalists of all time. Her diverse repertoire draws inspiration from both classic and contemporary Fado. “Portuguesa,” her self-produced sixth album, follows the success of her acclaimed 2021 release, “Maria,” which attained Platinum status in Portugal, further cementing her standing as one of the world’s most eminent proponents of traditional Fado.
Carminho has graced many of the most esteemed concert halls worldwide, from London’s Barbican Centre to the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg and Vienna’s Konzerthaus. This year, her international tour will span over twenty-five countries, providing global music aficionados with a rare opportunity to witness one of Portugal’s most exceptional musical talents.
Tickets for Carminho’s Union Chapel concert go on sale at 10am this Friday. Bookings: www.serious.org.uk/Carminho
(headline image; Carminho – Photo by Fernando Tomaz)
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