Luís Morais Voz De Cabo Verde - Êxitos

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Review by TERUAKI KOIZUMI

Êxitos by Luís Morais Voz De Cabo Verde: A Sonic Passport to Sun, Sand, and Soul If you’re the kind of person who thinks music should transport you somewhere—like a beach in Cape Verde or maybe a Lisbon café at sunset—then Luís Morais’ Êxitos is your ticket. This album is a genre-bending fiesta that blends Folk, World, Country, Latin vibes, and African beats with the ease of someone casually tossing seasoning into a stew. It’s not perfect, but it doesn’t need to be. What it does do is make you move, think, and occasionally go “huh?” in the best way possible. Let’s talk about two tracks that stuck with me like gum on a hot sidewalk: "Senhor A Cumbia" and "O Homem E O Cão." First up, "Senhor A Cumbia"—a track so smooth it feels like slipping into your favorite pair of worn-out flip-flops. The rhythm hits you right away, all cumbia swagger and swaying hips. You don’t even realize you’re dancing until your dog gives you THAT look (you know the one). There’s something magical about how Luís Morais layers the percussion here—it’s intricate enough to keep things interesting but simple enough to let the groove take center stage. And just when you think you’ve got it figured out, there’s this little twist near the end that makes you hit replay faster than you can say “Cabo Verde.” Then there’s "O Homem E O Cão," which translates roughly to “The Man and the Dog.” Now, I’ll admit, I didn’t expect much from a song with such a random title. But wow, was I wrong. This tune has an almost cinematic quality to it, as if it’s telling a story without needing words. The melody builds slowly, like watching clouds roll in before a storm, and then BAM—it drops into this infectious groove that feels equal parts celebration and existential crisis. Is it about friendship? Loyalty? Or just some dude hanging out with his pup? Who knows, but it works. The production credits are tight, with Luís Morais directing the chaos like a maestro in sunglasses, and Engineer Cunha making sure everything sounds crisp. Kudos to both for keeping things raw yet polished—a balance harder to strike than nailing a tricky guitar solo. What really stands out about Êxitos is its ability to feel both nostalgic and fresh. Sure, there are moments where it veers close to being overly sentimental, but those quirks only add charm. It’s like finding an old postcard in a flea market—you’re not entirely sure why it resonates, but it sticks with you anyway. So, would I recommend Êxitos? Absolutely. Just don’t listen to it while driving unless you’re okay with accidentally taking the scenic route because suddenly every road feels poetic. Final thought: If life gave Luís Morais lemons, he’d probably turn them into a samba beat. Cheers to that.

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Download

Filename: lus-morais-voz-de-cabo-verde-xitos.zip
  • MP3 size: 69 mb
  • FLAC size: 388 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
O Homem E O Cão
Salamansa
Senhor A Cumbia
La Caneja
La Cumbia
Mané Joquim
Rumba Paca
Cumbia Marinera
Ratcha Tara
De Qualquer Cosa

Images

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Catalog Numbers

V.C.V. 1.022

Labels

A Voz De Cabo-Verde

Listen online

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

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP

Credits

RoleCredit
Directed ByLuís Morais
EngineerCunha

Notes

  • Cabo-Zoul / Cadence / Biguine
  • Recorded Estúdios De Gravação "Polysom"
  • Edição V.C.V.
  • S. Vincente - Cabo Verde

About Luís Morais Voz De Cabo Verde

Cape Verdean musician, songwriter, arranger and clarinetist. Considered one of the greatest musicians of Cape Verde, he was a pioneer of the first recordings made in Cape Verde. He learned to play and compose music in Dakar, Senegal. Later on he moved to Rotterdam, Netherlands and Lisbon, Portugal. Born: 10 February 1935, São Vicente Island, Cape Verde. Died: 25th September 2002, New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA.

Real Name

    • Luís Ramos Morais

Name Vars

  • L. Morais
  • L.Morais
  • Louis Morais
  • Luis
  • Luis Moraïs
  • Luis de Morais
  • Luiz Morais
  • LuÍs Morais
  • Luís Morais
  • Morais
  • Morals

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Êxitos* by Luís Morais, released under the label A Voz De Cabo-Verde, is a vibrant mix of sounds that bridges continents. It blends African roots with Latin flair, featuring tracks like "Senhor A Cumbia" and "Cumbia Marinera." What’s wild is how it captures the essence of Cape Verdean culture while adding a Portuguese twist. Directed by Luís Morais himself and engineered by Cunha, this record feels like a musical journey through rhythm and storytelling. You can hear the soul in every track.