Between African spirituality and electronic innovation, a work that celebrates the fusion of traditions with the future. Maria João presents a video of the new single “Ao Sol”, the first advance of the new album Abundância.
With more than four decades of an internationally acclaimed career, Maria João presents the new single “Ao Sol”, a preview of the long-awaited album Abundância, which will be released worldwide by Galileo Music on February 28, 2025.
Between African ancestry and the electronic avant-garde
“Ao Sol” is a theme that reflects the deep ability of Maria João to create bridges between different musical universes. Inspired by her connection to African ancestry, the singer fuses elements of traditional music with contemporary electronic textures in a work that features the participation of Xixel Langa Xizimba, Leticia Deozina, Nadya Cosmo, Onésia Muholove and the TP50 choir. The production was in charge of Luís Fernandes, a central name in national electronics.
A sensory and emotional experience
In this single, Maria João explores the voice as a primordial instrument, inventing words and sounds that transcend traditional languages. ” Ao Sol” is a celebration of light and harmony, where African spirituality meets innovative soundscapes, creating an imaginary space of union and beauty. This theme defies categorizations and positions itself as a timeless artistic statement.
What to expect from Abundância
Abundância promises to be a milestone in the discography of Maria João, reaffirming her status as one of the most innovative Portuguese artists. The album results from a collaboration with João Farinha and André Nascimento (OGRE) and presents a cross of influences that goes from ancestry to electronic exploration, all with the unmistakable signature of Maria João.
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