Maria Albertina - Maria Albertina

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Review by Daniel Frade

Maria Albertina – A 1975 Fado Gem That’ll Make You Say “Cheira A Lisboa!” Let’s cut to the chase: Maria Albertina’s self-titled album from 1975 is like that bottle of port you forgot about in your cupboard—unexpectedly rich, deeply satisfying, and just a little bit dusty. This Portuguese folk wonder comes with all the hallmarks of classic Fado: soulful vocals, haunting melodies, and enough heartache to fill a Lisbon café on a rainy evening. But don’t let its vintage fool ya—it's still got plenty of kick. The record kicks off with A Rola Cantou, which feels like someone whispering secrets into your ear while strumming an acoustic guitar in the corner of a smoky taverna. It’s one of those tracks that sticks because it doesn’t try too hard; it just lets the emotion do the heavy lifting. Then there’s Marcha Na Rua—a lively number that’ll have you tapping your feet faster than you can say “Bailarico Saloio.” What makes this track unforgettable? Well, for starters, it sounds like a street parade decided to crash your headphones. Horns blare, rhythms bounce, and suddenly you’re not sitting at your desk anymore—you’re dancing down some cobblestone alleyway in Lisbon, dodging laundry lines and stray cats. Now, I gotta admit something: halfway through listening, I almost lost my focus during Voz Do Povo. Not because it wasn’t good (it totally was), but because my cat jumped onto my keyboard mid-song and started typing gibberish. True story. But hey, even chaos couldn’t derail Maria Albertina’s charm. Her voice carries so much weight—it’s as if she’s lived every lyric herself, maybe while sipping espresso and staring dramatically out a window overlooking the sea. And oh man, when Morenas Da Nazaré came on, I swear time slowed down. The melody feels like watching waves crash against cliffs—simple yet mesmerizing. Plus, who wouldn’t want to belt out “Ó José Ó Cara Linda” in their best fake Portuguese accent? Just me? Okay, moving on. Released under Tecla Records back in ’75, this album captures Portugal in all its raw glory. There’s no auto-tune here, folks. No flashy production tricks either. Just pure, unfiltered artistry wrapped up in twelve tracks that feel more like stories told over glasses of vinho verde than mere songs. Here’s the kicker though: after spinning this record, I realized something profound. Life is kinda like Fogem-me As Chinelas—sometimes things slip away before you even notice they’re gone. So maybe we should all take a cue from Maria Albertina and live life with a little more passion, a lot more rhythm, and maybe a dash of melancholy for good measure. Final verdict? If you’re into Fado or just need a soundtrack for your next existential crisis, grab yourself a copy of Maria Albertina. Trust me, it’s cheaper than therapy—and way more fun.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
A Rola Cantou2:16
Lisboa Namoradeira2:35
Cheira A Lisboa2:30
Marcha Na Rua2:42
Ó Ai Ó Linda2:34
Castelo Branco2:40
Bailarico Saloio2:03
Voz Do Povo2:39
Morenas Da Nazaré2:44
Trago No Peito As Marés2:17
Fogem-me As Chinelas2:39
Ó José Ó Cara Linda2:23

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Catalog Numbers

TES 80005

Labels

Tecla

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP

Notes

  • Fernando Freitas - Portuguese Guitar
  • Martinho D'Assunção - Viola / Orchestra

About Maria Albertina

Portuguese Fado singer and actress. (b. 1909, Ovar, Portugal - d. 1985, Lisbon, Portugal) Not to be confused with accordionist .

Real Name

    • Maria Albertina Soares de Paiva

Name Vars

  • M. Abertina
  • M. Albertina

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The 1975 album *Maria Albertina* is a hidden gem in the world of Fado, Portugal's soulful musical tradition. It’s packed with tracks that feel like a journey through Portuguese culture and emotions. One standout song, *Cheira A Lisboa* (translated as "Smells Like Lisbon"), captures the essence of the city with heartfelt lyrics and melodies. Released on the Tecla label, this folk-style album blends love, longing, and local life into a timeless soundtrack.