Nancy Vieira – Gente (Galileo MC, 2024)
Nancy Vieira‘s latest album, Gente highlights her distinct and resonant voice as she weaves tales of Cape Verdean life; its dreams, pains, and joys. Her captivating, sublime, and irresistible vocals command attention worldwide, drawing listeners into a world where tradition meets contemporary expression.
Within Gente, Vieira skillfully intertwines traditional Cape Verdean sounds with modern influences, creating music that transcends borders. From the winding streets of Lisbon to the vibrant rhythms of Africa and the lush landscapes of Brazil, Vieira’s music reflects the diverse cultural experience that has shaped her identity.
Born in Bissau and raised in the Cape Verdean island of Boa Vista and having lived in Santiago and São Vicente, Vieira eventually arrived to Lisbon, a city steeped in fado, pop and other traditions, where she joined the local music scene.
Gente marks a significant artistic progression from Vieira’s previous album, Manhã Florida (2018). It is a meticulously crafted work that bears the fruits of careful planning and artistic exploration. Each track on the album is a testament to Vieira’s encounters, stories, and ideas, woven together with a profound appreciation for humanity.
Recorded in Lisbon’s historic Namouche Studio and the studio of Peruvian musician Jorge Cervantes, Gente benefits from a diverse array of talents contributing to its colorful sound. From the rhythmic skill of percussionist Iuri Oliveira to the melodic contributions of international musicians like Mário Lúcio, Vaiss Dias, Olmo Marin, Luciano Maia, Gustavo Nunes, and Denys Stetsenko, each artist adds their unique flavor to Vieira’s musical vision.
Musicians; Nancy Vieira – lead and backing vocals; Vaiss (Osvaldo Dias) – whistle, semi-acoustic bass, cavaquinho, acoustic guitar, viola da terra; Jorge Cervantes – accordion, electric bass, charango, clave, acoustic guitars, electric guitar, and backing vocals; Gustavo Nunes – clarinet; Débora Paris, Yura Silva, Danilo Lopes, David Pessoa, Carla Correia, Luís Firmino, Mário Marta, Laura Oliveira, Osvaldo Dias (Vais) – backing vocals; Luciano Maia – accordion; Olmo Marín – acoustic guitar, viola da terra, cavaquinho; Iúri Oliveira – congas, rebolo (sound similar to surdo), ferrinho, udu, sound effects, cajon, clave, congas, cowbell, dikanza (sound similar to reco-reco), shaker; Remna on lead vocals; Luis Firmino – acoustic guitar; Henrique Silva – electric guitar, percussion, synthesizers; Danilo Lopes, David Pessoa – electric guitars; João Gomes – keyboards; Francisco Rebelo – electric bass; Edu Mundo – drums; Mário Lúcio Sousa on lead vocals; António Zambujo on lead vocals; Chullage on spoken word; Fred Martins – acoustic guitar; Miroca Paris – Peruvian cajon, shaker, brushes; Paulo Flores on lead vocals; Texas – guitars; Amélia Muge on lead vocals; and Denys Stetsenko – violin.
Cover Artwork by Marina Soares.
Tracklist
- Sol Di Nha Vida 03:16
Music: Mário Lúcio | Lyrics: Mário Lúcio - Singa 03:51
Music: Remna Shwarz | Lyrics: Remna Shwarz - Nôve Kretxêu 04:12
Music: Luís Firmino | Lyrics: Luís Firmino - Amor 04:21
Music: B. Leza | Lyrics: B. Leza - Ta Cundum Cundum 04:36
Music: Ano Nobo | Lyrics: Ano Nobo - Sabu 03:39
Music: Kaku Alves | Lyrics: José M. Neves - Fidju Grandi 02:48
Music: Mário Lúcio | Lyrics: Mário Lúcio - Princesa 03:51
Music: Mário Lúcio | Lyrics: Mário Lúcio - Praia Maria 04:35
Music: Adalberto S. Betú | Lyrics: Adalberto S. Betú - Fado Crioulo 04:35
Music: Fred Martins | Lyrics: Alexandre Lemos - Dia Funçon 03:57
Music: Mário Lúcio | Lyrics: Mário Lúcio - Meditá 04:17
Music: Osvaldo Dias-Vaiss | Lyrics: Luís Lima - Rosa Sábi 02:26
Music: Amélia Muge | Lyrics: Amélia Muge - Dona Morna 04:43
Music: Teófilo Chantre | Lyrics: Teófilo Chantre
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Author: Iliana Cabrera
