Various - La Misa Campesina

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Review by Дамир Ахмедьянов

La Misa Campesina: A Holy Mess of Sound and Soul (1988) Let’s get one thing straight—this ain’t your grandma’s church service. La Misa Campesina by Various Artists is a genre-bending, globe-trotting musical ride that feels like someone threw a Latin folk mass into a blender with dashes of pop, world music, and just enough religious fervor to keep things interesting. Released in 1988 across Brazil, Nicaragua, Spain, and France, it’s the kind of album you’d expect from an international committee trying to make faith sound funky—and honestly? They kinda nailed it. The record hops between languages faster than you can say “Ave Maria,” but don’t let that scare you off. It’s not about understanding every word; it’s about feeling the vibe. And oh boy, does this album have vibes. From the opening notes of Canto De Entrada (aka Jésus Dans Ma Rue) to the haunting instrumental fade-out of Final (Instrumental), it’s clear these musicians weren’t messing around. This isn’t background music for sipping coffee—it’s front-and-center, grab-you-by-the-feels stuff. Standout Tracks That’ll Stick With You 1. "Santo" (aka À Nous La Liberté) If there’s one track that sums up the wild ambition of this project, it’s Santo. It starts with a simple acoustic guitar riff so warm you’ll wanna hug yourself, then BAM—harmonies kick in, and suddenly you’re not sure if you’re at a prayer meeting or a protest rally. The lyrics (shoutout to Pierre Grosz) are equal parts devotional and defiant, while Carlos Mejía Godoy’s composition gives it a distinctly Nicaraguan flair. By the time the choir joins in, you might find yourself raising your hands in praise—or maybe just fist-pumping because dang, this song SLAPS. 2. "Miskito Lawana" This one sneaks up on you like a cat in church. At first, it’s all soft percussion and whispery vocals, lulling you into a false sense of serenity. But halfway through, something shifts—a flute solo here, a tribal drumbeat there—and before you know it, you’re transported to a beachside ceremony under the stars. It’s weirdly hypnotic, like listening to the ocean tell its secrets. I couldn’t stop humming it for days, even though I’m pretty sure I butchered the melody. Why Does This Album Work? It helps that the production team didn’t phone it in. Kudos to Oscar Gomez and Richard Hewson for arranging tunes that manage to be both grandiose and intimate. And props to Patrick Germain for mixing everything so cleanly that even the quietest moments feel huge. Plus, whoever decided to include Solidarité = Kyrie deserves a medal—it’s proof that spirituality doesn’t have to be stiff or boring. But what really makes La Misa Campesina special is its refusal to pick sides. Is it sacred or secular? Folk or pop? French or Spanish? Yes. All of the above. Like a good meal shared among friends, it blends flavors without losing any of its original zest. Final Thoughts Listening to this album felt like attending a wedding where nobody speaks the same language—but somehow, everyone still dances together. It’s messy, heartfelt, and occasionally baffling, but also deeply human. If nothing else, it proves that faith and art don’t need to take themselves too seriously to be meaningful. Now excuse me while I go figure out how to pronounce Mistiko Lawana correctly. Spoiler alert: I won’t succeed.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Intermedio
Canto de la Comunion
Miskito Lawana
Prélude (Instrumental) = Preludio
Oracion
Solidarité = Kyrie
Santo
Canto De Entrada
Canto de Despedida
Final (Instrumental) = Oracion
Kyrie
Jésus Dans Ma Rue = Canto De Entrada
Canto De Meditación
La Fête Populaire = Gloria
À Nous La Liberté = Santo
Chanson D'au Revoir = Canto De Despedida
Oración
Canto De Despedida
Méditation = Canto De Meditacion
Canto De La Comunión
Canto de Entrada
Intermède (Instrumental) = Intermedio
Canto de Meditacion
Offertoire = Ofertorio
À La Table D'amour = Canto de La Comunion
Gloria
Mistiko Lawana
Je Crois En Toi = Credo
Preludio3:13
Credo
Ofertorio

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Catalog Numbers

  • S 86085
  • CBS 84279
  • 22320017
  • 40-86085
  • CBS 476541 2
  • 84.279
  • 462603 1

Labels

  • CBS
  • Mántica-Waid
  • Discos CBS

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Gatefold
  • Album
  • CD
  • Reissue
  • Cassette
  • Compilation

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)CBS Discos
Copyright (c)CBS Disques
Pressed ByCBS Disques
Distributed ByCBS Disques
Made BySony Music
Glass Mastered AtSony Music México
Manufactured ByDiscos CBS, S.A., Madrid
Printed ByIndugraf Madrid, S.A.

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByRichard Hewson, Oscar Gomez
ArtworkCristina Borondo
Backing VocalsBernard Ilous, Catherine Bonnevay, Dominique Poulain, Francine Chabot, Les Frères Costa
Lyrics ByPierre Grosz
Music ByCarlos Mejía Godoy (tracks: A2 to A5, B2 to B6)
Mixed ByPatrick Germain

Notes

  • double fold out cover
  • original inner sleeve with lyrics in French.
  • Tray insert: © 1988 Sony Music Entertainment (Spain) S.A./CBS is a trademarks of CBS Inc/"Sony" is a trademark of Sony Copr./Distribuido por Sony Music "Solo para su venta en Nicaragua" ® Marca Registrada
  • CD face: ® MARCA REGISTRADA PRODUCTO CENTROAMERICANO PROHIBIDA LA REPRODUCCION. LA EJECUCION PUBLICA, LA RADIODIFUSION O ALQUILER DE ESTE FONOGRAMA, RESERVADOS TODOS LOS DERECHOS, HECHO EN MEXICO
  • ℗ 1979 Sony Music Ent. (Spain), S.A.
  • Hecho en México por Sony Music

Barcodes

  • Price Code: CB 271
  • Matrix / Runout: 12CDDA007483 01 Mastered By Sony Music Mexico
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI LE81
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 6409
  • Rights Society: SGAE - BIEM
  • Barcode: 5099747654121
  • Rights Society (Boxed): SGAE
  • Depósito Legal: M-4056-1979
  • Rights Society: SGAE

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *La Misa Campesina* is a unique blend of religious music and folk traditions, featuring contributions from artists across Brazil, Nicaragua, Spain, and France. It’s not your typical religious record—instead of sticking to one language or style, it weaves together Spanish and French lyrics, Latin American folk influences, and even includes tracks like "Miskito Lawana," which highlights indigenous sounds. The album was arranged by Oscar Gomez and Richard Hewson, with music composed by Nicaraguan artist Carlos Mejía Godoy. Fun fact: some tracks have multiple titles because they were recorded in both Spanish and French versions, making it feel more like a global collaboration than just an album.