Few films capture as well the veil of virtue imposed by the repressive conservatism of the Estado Novo as O Delfim by Fernando Lopes. Alongside excellent directing the film effectively conveys the descriptive depth of the book of the same name by José Cardoso Pires which served as its inspiration.

In their debut album the Braga-based Ermo bring us a blend of industrial sounds with the melancholy of a distinctly Portuguese sentiment particularly rooted in Braga. When there is hope, it feels like the filtered light of January mornings. A record that is often overwhelming

#ermo #portuguesemusic

In his debut album, Pedro Mafama explores the roots of Portuguese music, identifying Moorish influences as foundational to the national sonic identity. The electronic elements and auto-tune bring a freshness that is the driving force of this album.

#poresterioabaixo #pedromafama #portuguesemusic

In Três Anos de Escorpião em Touro, Filipe Sambado brings us his most mature and perhaps most intense album. We continue to find influences from traditional Portuguese music; however, electronic elements take on a more prominent role, alongside brilliant alternative experimentalism.

#filipesambado

Turbo Lento is a mature album that perfectly balances moments of sonic post-rock with more contemplative ones. Linda Martini could be considered the Portuguese Sonic Youth if not for the fado implicitly woven into their musicality.

#lindamartini #turbolento #postrock #portuguesemusic

2024 Goodreads' Wrap

Lisbon Story by Wim Wenders portrays what might be the last glimpse of genuine Lisbon. The city's light is vividly present as are Madredeus serving as the perfect representation of that identity with Teresa Salgueiro as the ideal muse for the city
#wimwenders #lisbonstory #madredeus #teresasalgueiro

Coisa Ruim, the masterpiece by Tiago Guedes and Frederico Serra, revolves around a house that may be haunted and draws heavily from the rural Portuguese folkloric imagination. In my view, it is a thriller on par with the best made worldwide, featuring a brilliant performance by Adriano Luz

Ricardo Ribeiro is one of the greatest names in fado of his generation. In From Fado to Baroque, we witness the musical archaeology Ricardo is capable of conducting and bringing into his music. An album of great breadth that through its diversity, elevates fado
#ricardoribeiro #fado #portuguesemusic

"Por Este Rio Acima" is the masterpiece of Portuguese singer-songwriter Fausto, one of the "three greats" of the post-25th of April generation. It is a reinterpretation of traditional Portuguese music that defined an era and whose echoes still persist

#fausto #poresterioacima #faustobordalodias

In Peso Morto, Peixe Avião deliver their most ethereal album. The voice becomes just another instrument, rarely standing out, allowing the Braga band to discover their true essence.

#peixeavião #pesomorto #portuguesemusic #indiemusic

Miguel Gomes' Arabian Nights is, to me, the masterpiece of the heir to Manoel de Oliveira and João César Monteiro. A dreamlike yet raw portrait of Portugal's social decay during the Troika years, spotlighting the forgotten victims of the crisis.

#miguelgomes #arabiannights #mileumanoites

Supermarket Joy, Margarida Campelo's debut solo album, is a true game-changer in the Portuguese music scene.

It blends 80s pop with soul and jazz elements, creating a sound that is both vibrant and simultaneously nostalgic and fresh.

#margaridacampelo #soul #musicportugal #supermarketjoy

In Vale Abraão, beyond the mastery of the director's shots, perfect in their semiotics, we witness the depth of the text, born from the adaptation of Agustina Bessa-Luís's work of the same name, which in turn is a reinterpretation of Madame Bovary. An essential piece of Portuguese cinema heritage.

On Gótico Português, Glockenwise truly matured their sound.It’s less frivolous but grows intense at certain moments.They capture the northern suburban side of Portuguese identity without resorting to clichés, while staying true to their own unique sound.

#glockenwise

Recollections of the Yellow House kicks off João César Monteiro's trilogy, a master of Portuguese cinema. With dark humor and reflections on the human condition, it brilliantly captures the decadence and spirit of 1980s Lisbon.

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#joaocesarmonteiro #portuguesecinema

Very few bands capture the essence of the Portuguese soul as beautifully as Madredeus. Even though they are no longer active, they remain an essential part of the Portuguese music scene.

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As my first post here I would like to share a playlist I made of the latest portuguese alternative music.
Hope you guys like it and discover a few bands under the radar.

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#portuguesemusic #alternative #playlist