Fado masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.

Dia NãoMatilde Cid

MATILDE CID | “Dia Não” (Official Music Video)

Fado, with its soul-stirring vocals and guitar timbres, holds a unique allure.

One of its contemporary torchbearers is Matilde Cid from Portugal.

Having been exposed to a wide range of music, including jazz and blues, she weaves her own sensibilities into traditional fado.

In this song, for which she penned the lyrics herself, she delicately sings of the subtleties of everyday emotions, striking a chord with listeners.

Her voice—sweet yet powerful—blends beautifully with the gentle tones of the Portuguese guitar.

Released as a single in September 2023, the track is also featured on her November 2023 album Desassossego, which received praise from German radio stations.

It’s a piece best enjoyed on a quiet, contemplative night, or whenever you long to be carried away by sounds from afar.

SANTA MARIA MAIORJOANA LANÇA

JOANA LANÇA – GALA DO FADO – SANTA MARIA MAIOR

This is a scene from a Fado event held at Lisbon Cathedral.

Although it was filmed from a bit of a distance, you can still catch a glimpse of Joanna Lança delivering a compelling performance.

It’s wonderful to listen to Fado in such a quintessentially Portuguese setting.

Fado rosa mariaJoana Amendoeira

Joana Amendoeira – Fado rosa maria

She is an active fado singer from Santarém, Portugal.

Despite her dignified and imposing presence, there is an undeniable freshness about her—perhaps because she is still a young singer in her thirties.

Expectations are high for her future success.

Os BúziosAna Moura

Ana Moura – ‘Os Búzios’

Ana Moura, a luminary of Portugal’s music scene, is a singer who deftly blends traditional fado with jazz and pop.

Her deep, sensuous voice captivates audiences across borders.

The featured piece is a moving fado track where the gentle, rippling tones of the Portuguese guitar intertwine with her emotionally rich singing.

Seaside imagery, fervent prayers, and nostalgia meld together to touch the listener’s heartstrings.

The song is included on the album “Para Além da Saudade,” released in August 2007, and was featured on the music program “Family Contact.” The album achieved triple platinum status.

It’s perfect for a night when you want to immerse yourself in a beautifully wistful melody or find calm.

Os PutosCarlos do Carmo

CARLOS DO CARMO – Os Putos (ao vivo Coliseu dos Recreios)

Carlos do Carmo, who opened up new horizons for Portugal’s national music, fado, by incorporating elements of orchestra and jazz.

The work he released in 1978 conjures warm yet faintly wistful scenes, as if leafing through an old picture book.

Centered on the simple everyday lives of children, this piece seamlessly blends his gently enveloping vocals with rich, delicate orchestration.

Released as a single and also included on that year’s album “Dez Fados Vividos,” it has long been cherished by many fado fans.

When you want to feel a quiet warmth that nestles close to your heart amid busy days, be sure to give it a listen.