Alberto - El Fin

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Review by Jefferson Jeff

Album Review: El Fin by Alberto – A 1965 Pop Time Capsule from Spain Let’s cut to the chase: El Fin is one of those albums that sneaks up on you like a rogue wave at the beach. You think it’s just another pop record from 1965, but then—bam!—it hits you with its charm and weird little quirks. Released under the Belter label in Spain, this gem feels like a love letter to the era when pop music was still figuring itself out. And honestly? That’s what makes it so damn endearing. First off, props to Alberto for roping in Adolfo Ventas as conductor. The guy knows how to wrangle an orchestra into something smooth and sultry without overdoing it. And can we talk about the album art? Maspons + Ubiña clearly had their coffee that day because the photography is sharp enough to make you do a double-take. It’s all very “I’m mysterious and artsy” without being pretentious. Bravo. Now, onto the tracks. There are some real winners here, but two stood out to me like neon signs in a foggy night: Sueña = Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me and El Fin. Let’s break ‘em down. Sueña = Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me is basically the musical equivalent of flirting with someone across a crowded room. The melody sways back and forth like it can’t decide whether it wants to be sweet or seductive, and honestly, I’m here for it. By the time the chorus kicks in, you’re ready to grab your partner (or your cat) and slow-dance in the middle of your living room. The Spanish twist adds a layer of spice that keeps things interesting—it’s like a mojito in song form. Refreshing, zesty, and leaves you wanting more. Then there’s El Fin. Oh boy, where do I even start? This track feels like the emotional gut-punch of the album. If Sueña is the flirtatious opener at a party, El Fin is the quiet moment at 2 AM when everyone’s gone home, and you’re left staring out the window wondering if life has any meaning. Heavy stuff, right? But somehow, Alberto pulls it off without sounding like he’s trying too hard. The lyrics linger long after the last note fades, kinda like that one awkward text you sent three years ago but still think about occasionally. The other songs (Ese Amor, Mira, Oye, Oración Para Antes De Nacer) round out the album nicely, though they don’t leave quite as much of an impression. They’re pleasant enough—like background music while you fold laundry—but not exactly unforgettable. Still, they add texture to the overall vibe, which is kinda dreamy and nostalgic. So, what’s the takeaway here? El Fin isn’t perfect, but maybe that’s why I like it. It’s got heart, soul, and just enough rough edges to keep it real. Listening to it feels like flipping through an old photo album—you notice the grainy quality and slightly faded colors, but those imperfections only make it more charming. And hey, isn’t that what great music’s supposed to do? Make you feel something—even if it’s just a vague sense of longing for a time you weren’t even alive for. Weird flex, but okay.

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Artist: Alberto
Album: El Fin
Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Ese Amor
Oración Para Antes De Nacer
Mira, Oye, Sueña = Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me
El Fin

Images

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Catalog Numbers

51.597

Labels

Belter

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • EP

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyDiscos Belter, S.A.
Made ByDiscos Belter, S.A.
Printed ByGrafic, S.A.
Distributed ByDiscos Belter, S.A.

Credits

RoleCredit
ConductorAdolfo Ventas
Photography ByMaspons + Ubiña

Notes

(P) 1965

Barcodes

Depósito Legal: B. 33834-1965

About Alberto

Spanish singer from Jaén. Alberto José Pestaña Segovia empezó a cantar a la edad de 9 años en la Escolanía de Covadonga y después como solista de su Colegio de los Hermanos Maristas de Chamberí. Con la Tuna Hispanoamericana del Colegio Mayor Ntra. Sra. de Guadalupe de Madrid grabó Rondalla (en esta noche clara) en su disco "De Ronda" y "Niña bonita" en el titulado "Canciones de la Tuna". Hispanoamericana - 4 discos DonalbertoAños después de abandonar la Tuna Hispanoamericana (con la que visitó Puerto Rico en 1961*) se haría cantante profesional con el nombre artístico de Alberto. En la época dorada de los Festivales de la Canción, debutó en el Festival de Benidorm, donde consiguió en 1963, además del Primer Premio de Interpretación, alzarse con el Primer Premio del Festival con la canción La Hora de los autores Sellés y Portolés, que después sería promocionada ampliamente en la voz de Tito Mora, consiguiendo un Disco de Oro. Participó después en los más importantes Festivales como el del Mediterráneo en Barcelona, el Hispano Portugués de Aranda de Duero (Burgos), el del Miño en Orense, el Atlántico en Tenerife y el de Costa a Costa en Uruguay, obteniendo importantes premios y galardones en todos ellos. Tras recorrer parte de América y Europa cantando, en 1973 abrió en Madrid un Piano-Bar llamado "DONALBERTO" en pleno barrio de Chamberí, en la Calle de Manuel Silvela número 6, que pronto se convirtió en lugar obligado para los amantes de la música en vivo, y donde además de cantar habitualmente promociona y da cabida y acogida a otros artistas hoy bien conocidos; se puede disfrutar de su presentación de 2012 en la TV de Palencia (La 8 Palencia) interpretando "Paloma querida" y "El día que me quieras

Real Name

    • Alberto Pestaña Segovia

Name Vars

  • Alberto Pestaña
  • Alberto Pestaña Segovia

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The 1965 Spanish pop album *El Fin* by Alberto is a hidden gem. It was released under the Belter label and features tracks like *Ese Amor* and a Spanish version of *Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me*. Adolfo Ventas conducted the music, while iconic photographers Maspons and Ubiña captured its visuals. It’s wild to think this piece of pop history still holds up after all these years!