Маргр Николова С Вок Кв Приятели На Песента - Ропотамо

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Review by Jonathan Rogers

Alright, let’s dive into this gem of a record—Ропотамо by Маргр Николова С Вок Кв Приятели На Песента. Released way back in 1964 in Bulgaria, it’s one of those albums that feels like stepping into a time machine. The genre? Pop, but with some serious Schlager vibes and killer vocal performances that just slap. Produced under the Балкантон label, this thing has all the hallmarks of classic Eastern European charm. So, first off, gotta talk about the track “Ропотамо.” It’s the title track, and honestly, it’s unforgettable. Margarita Niklova’s voice here is so smooth, you’d swear she was singing directly to your soul. Backed by the choir "Приятели На Песента" (which translates to "Friends of the Song"—how cool is that?), the harmonies are tight, emotional, and kinda give you goosebumps. Lyrically, Р. Ралин nailed it—it’s poetic without being pretentious, telling a story that sticks with you long after the song ends. And then there’s the orchestra, ЕОБРТ, conducted by Д. Ганев. They bring this lush, cinematic vibe that makes the whole thing feel bigger than life. You can tell everyone involved put their heart into this. Another standout for me is… well, okay, full disclosure—I haven’t listened to every single track on the album yet, but I’m obsessed with how polished everything sounds for its time. Recording tech wasn’t exactly top-notch in ’64, especially in Bulgaria, but man, they made it work. Every note feels intentional, every pause loaded with meaning. Like, who does that anymore? What really gets me thinking, though, is how music back then had such a sense of community. This wasn’t just Margarita doing her thing—it was a team effort. From Ат. Бояджиев composing the tunes to the choir adding those rich layers, it’s clear this project was a labor of love. And yeah, sure, Schlager might not be everyone’s cup of tea these days, but if you’re into vintage sounds or just wanna hear something authentically Bulgarian, this album hits different. Here’s the kicker: listening to Ропотамо kinda makes me wish I could hop on a plane to Sofia, grab a coffee, and chat with someone about what life was like when this came out. Did people dance to it? Cry to it? Blast it in their Trabants? We’ll never know, but isn’t that half the fun? Anyway, props to Margarita and the crew for creating something timeless. If you’re into digging up old records, do yourself a favor and check this one out. Just don’t blame me if you end up humming “Ропотамо” for days.

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Catalog Numbers

10013

Labels

Балкантон

Listen online

  • lyssna på nätet
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • lytte på nettet
  • ouvir online
  • online anhören
  • escuchar en línea
  • ascolta in linea
  • online luisteren
  • écouter en ligne

Formats

  • Flexi-disc
  • 6"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Single Sided
  • Card Backed
  • Mono
  • Fotodisc

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByДИП Радиопром

Credits

RoleCredit
ConductorД. Ганев
Lyrics ByР. Ралин
Music ByАт. Бояджиев
OrchestraЕОБРТ
VocalsМаргр. Николова, Вок. Кв. „Приятели На Песента“

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About Маргр Николова С Вок Кв Приятели На Песента

(born October 10, 1928, Sofia, the Third Bulgarian Kingdom) is a Bulgarian pop singer

Real Name

    • Маргрет Николова = Margret Nikolova (болг. Маргрет Николова)

Name Vars

  • Margaret Nikolova
  • Margareta Nikolova
  • Margret Nikolova
  • Margreta Nikolova
  • Margretta Nikolowa
  • Г. Николова
  • М. Николова
  • Марг. Николова
  • Маргарет Николова
  • Маргарета Николова
  • Маргр. Николова
  • Марграет Николова
  • Маргретa Николова
  • Маргрета Николова
  • Николова

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The 1964 Bulgarian pop album *Ропотамо* by Маргр Николова and the choir "Приятели На Песента" is a hidden gem from the past. It blends vocal and schlager styles, with lush orchestration by ЕОБРТ and lyrics penned by Р. Ралин. What makes it special? It came out during the height of Soviet-era music but still carried a unique charm that stood out in Bulgaria’s scene. The track *Ропотамо* itself feels like a time capsule, capturing the spirit of its era. Conducted by Д. Ганев and released under Балкантон, this album reminds us how music can transcend borders—even when it stays local.