Almamegretta - Le Origini

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Review by Isidro Dozo

Almamegretta's latest album, Le Origini, is a remarkable masterpiece that showcases the band's unique blend of reggae, dub, and world music. The album features a diverse range of musical styles and influences, from the hypnotic rhythms of "Ogni Volta" to the soulful vocals of "Nun Te Scurda." The band's signature sound is characterized by the use of traditional instruments such as the mandolin and the accordion, which are seamlessly integrated with modern electronic beats and effects.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Mamma," a poignant tribute to the band's hometown of Naples, Italy. The song's haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics capture the essence of the city's vibrant culture and rich history. Another highlight is "Dubiterian," a dub-infused instrumental that showcases the band's exceptional musicianship and improvisational skills.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Figli di Annibale8:26
Sole4:49
'O cielo pe' cuscino6:24
Sanghe e anema3:51
Nun Te Scurdà
Fattallà6:4
Nun te scurda'5:27
Figli Di Annibale
Pè Dint' E Viche Addò Nun Trase 'O Mare
Sanacore5:56
Pe' dint' 'e viche addò nun trase 'o mare4:48
Sanghe E Anema
'O Cielo Pè Cuscino
Devozione - Ashes (Bonus Track)
Suddd6:29

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Catalog Numbers

CNDL 26410

Labels

Compagnia Nuove Indye

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Formats

  • CD
  • Compilation
  • Stereo

Notes

  • Tracks 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 (Live in Napoli): (P) 1995 - CNI / Delta Italiana
  • Tracks 4, 5 (Live in Recanati): (P) 1995 Look Studio
  • Track 2 (Live in Roma): (P) 1994 - Look Studio
  • Track 10 (P) 1996 - CNI

About Almamegretta

This Neapolitan group's name is a macaronic Latin and Italian phrase meaning "migrant soul" and is a testament to the continued displacement and mixing of people and ideas. Multiculturalism Italian-style. Raiss, Gennaro T, Paolo and D.RaD formed the group in the early 1990s with a musical and ideological commitment to the use of the Neapolitan dialect as oppose to standard Italian, to the exploration of musical mixing of roots music from their home region of Campania with reggae, funk, and North and Sub-Saharan Africa musical traditions, and to the exploration of political and social issues like the historical exploitation of the Italian South and racism against immigrants in Italy. Raiss left the band in 2003 to embarked on a solo career. He was replaced by Lucariello. In November 2004, 38-year-old D. RaD aka Stefano Facchielli, one of the group's founding members died in a scooter accident in Milan.

Name Vars

  • Alma Megretta

Members

  • Raiz
  • Gianni Mantice
  • Mario Formisano
  • Paolo Polcari
  • Gennaro Tesone
  • Stefano Facchielli
  • Marcello Coleman
  • Paolo Baldini
  • Luca Caiazzo
  • Marina Mulopulos
  • Andrea Nicoletti
  • Federico Forconi
  • Albino D'Amato
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Summary by Isidro Dozo

Le Origini is a must-listen for fans of world music and anyone looking for an innovative and refreshing take on reggae and dub. Almamegretta's unique sound and heartfelt lyrics make this album a true masterpiece and a testament to the band's musical prowess.