Michel Marre's album Mindelo is a beautiful and captivating musical journey. With its fusion of African rhythms and jazz melodies, the album showcases Marre's exceptional talent as a musician and composer.
The album is named after the city of Mindelo in Cape Verde, where Marre spent several years studying and immersing himself in the local music scene. This influence is evident in the album's tracks, which are infused with the sounds of traditional Cape Verdean music.
From the opening track, "Nha Terra," to the closing "Mindelo," the album takes the listener on a journey filled with lush harmonies, intricate rhythms, and soulful melodies. Marre's trumpet playing is particularly noteworthy, with his solos adding depth and emotion to each track.