Nacho Cano - The Feminine Side

Review by burak yanlic

Album Review: The Feminine Side by Nacho Cano (1997) Nacho Cano’s The Feminine Side is a hidden gem from the late '90s, blending Latin rhythms with Europop sensibilities. Released under Virgin Records in Europe and Japan, this album feels like a love letter to both cultural roots and global pop aspirations. It’s not perfect, but it’s got soul—and sometimes that’s all you need. One standout track is "A Prayer For The World." This opener grabs your attention right away with its lush string arrangements courtesy of Gavyn Wright Strings Ensemble. You can tell Nacho poured his heart into this one; the mix of choir vocals from Grupo Folklórico Del Valle and Javier Panariño's flute creates an almost cinematic vibe. It’s the kind of song that makes you pause whatever you’re doing just to soak it in. Not to mention, Jason Hart’s adaptation work here adds layers you don’t expect—a little bit of magic hiding in plain sight. Then there’s "Together Forever," which hits different. It’s catchy without being overbearing, thanks to Tony Carmona’s guitar work and some clever synth programming by Nacho himself. The lyrics are simple yet heartfelt, capturing that universal longing for connection we’ve all felt at some point. Rick Kerr’s mixing gives it a polished sheen while keeping the raw emotion intact. Tracks like these remind me why Europop was such a big deal back then—it wasn’t trying too hard to be cool, and maybe that’s why it worked so well. Of course, the album has its weaker moments. Songs like "Same Old Story" feel a tad repetitive, and the production occasionally leans toward dated '90s tropes. But hey, no album’s perfect, right? What saves it is the clear passion behind every note. Even when it stumbles, it does so authentically. What sticks with me most about The Feminine Side isn’t just the music—it’s how personal it feels. From Nacho’s compositions to the collaborative credits spread across continents, this project breathes life into genres often dismissed as formulaic. And honestly, who would’ve thought bamboo flutes could sound so good on a pop record? If you’re looking for something nostalgic yet fresh, give this album a spin. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Together Forever” for days. Funny thing is, I keep thinking about how Nacho managed to make an album titled The Feminine Side without singing directly about feminism—but maybe that’s the point. Sometimes subtlety speaks louder than words. Rating: 7.5/10

Artist: Nacho Cano
Album: The Feminine Side

Europop

1997

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
The Search Of The Soul	3:59
Together Forever	4:13
De Las Ruinas El Dolor	4:37
Loaded Gun	3:17
El Patio	4:42
The Dance Teacher	4:15
Same Old Story	4:13
Affairs Of The Heart	5:17
Two Hearts	3:43
A Prayer For The World	3:31
The Feminine Side	4:29

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VJCP 25357, 4988006736924
CDVIR 64, 7243 8 44365 2 0

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Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Virgin Benelux B.V.
Copyright (c)	Virgin Benelux B.V.
Published By	Yogi Songs
Glass Mastered At	EMI Uden
Recorded At	Belsize Park
Mixed At	Estudios Ashram

Credits

Role	Credit
Adapted By	Jason Hart (tracks: 1 to 4, 7, 8)
Arranged By [Strings	Jason Hart
Assistant]	Jason Hart
Arranged By	Peter Hope
Choir	Grupo Folklórico Del Valle
Drums	Angel Celada
Electric Guitar	Tony Carmona
Guitar	Tony Carmona
Acoustic Guitar	Tony Carmona
Twelve-String Guitar	Tony Carmona
Engineer	Gugu Martínez
Executive-Producer	Gugu Martínez
Flute	Javier Panariño
Soprano Sax	Javier Panariño
Bass Clarinet	Javier Panariño
Bamboo Flute	Javier Panariño
Lyrics By	I. Cano (tracks: 1 to 4, 7, 8)
Mixed By	Gugu (tracks: 9), Luis Fernández Soria (tracks: 6, 9), Nacho (tracks: 1 to 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11), Rick Kerr (tracks: 1 to 4, 7, 8, 11), Steve McMilan (tracks: 5, 10)
Piano	Jason (tracks: 6), Nacho (tracks: 6)
Producer	Nacho Cano
Composed By	Nacho Cano
Programmed By	Nacho
Percussion	Nacho
Synthesizers	Nacho
Vocals	Nacho
Strings	Gavyn Wright Strings Ensemble

Notes

Made in Japan
Made in Holland

Barcodes

Barcode: 7 24384 43652 0
Matrix / Runout: EMI UDEN 8443652 @ 1
Rights Society: bel BIEM
Label Code: LC 3098
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L046
Mould SID Code: IFPI 151B
Other (Distribution Code F): PM 538
Other: 1-1-1-NL

About Nacho Cano

Spanish composer and multi-instrumentalist (b. Madrid, 1963). Also producer, founder of (with ) and owner of . Brother of .

Real Name

Ignacio Cano de Andrés

Name Vars

A. I. Cano
Andres Cano
Andrés Ignacio Cano
Cano
Cano Andres
Cano, Andres Ignasio
Cano-Andres
I Cano
I. Cano
I. Cano A.
I. Cano Andrés
I.Cano
Ignacio
Ignacio Cano
Ignacio Cano Andres
Ignacio Cano Andrés
J. Cano
José Maria Cano
L. Cano
N. Cano
Nacho
Nacho Cano
Nacho Cano (o I. Cano)

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *The Feminine Side* by Nacho Cano, released in 1997, is a unique blend of Latin and Pop influences with a Europop twist. What makes it stand out is how collaborative it was—Jason Hart not only adapted several tracks but also arranged strings and played piano. Tony Carmona pulled triple duty on electric, acoustic, and twelve-string guitars. And get this, Javier Panariño didn’t just stick to one instrument; he played flute, soprano sax, and bass clarinet, even adding a bamboo flute for extra flair. Nacho himself wore multiple hats too—composer, producer, percussionist, synthesizer wizard, and vocalist. It’s like a musical team effort that spanned continents, bringing Europe and Japan together through lush sounds and heartfelt lyrics.

Comments

reeceyoung135

2025-03-14

¿Has escuchado como suena de diferente en Spotify?

adamwhittington

2025-03-13

Tu voz, veneno de lujuria...?

lifafs

2025-03-12

Este es un disco que se merece un 10, gracias Nacho por toda esta magnífica música ?

20mei02

2025-03-12

Yo perdi este disco. Hoy me pregunto donde lo podre consegir

kwaispocktammas

2025-03-12

Antes que las feministas no la han bajado

friendsofellie

2025-03-12

Increíble. Poética , sensible. Romántica, amorosa , esto es música de verdad , merece la pena escuchar , escuchar y escuchar una y mil veces , gracias a este hombre un genio de la música

myecombe

2025-03-11

Me encanta esta canción, mi tía Rosa que tiene la cinta me la puso cuando yo era Joven y ya la olvidé pero este verano a puesto la cinta y la volví a escuchar y ahora gracias a Youtube pues las puedes escuchar y la que me encanta a parte de la de Vivimos siempre juntos es la instrumental Al encuentro del alma, Nacho Cano en instrumentales también es un buen compositor algunas de ellas las he escogido para bailar y Al encuentro del alma también será una que coreografiare o bailaré.