CD Milton Nascimento – Pietá

Milton Nascimento, one of Brazil’s most legendary voices, returns with Pietá, a deeply personal and masterful tribute to his adoptive mother, Lilia. Released on Savoy Jazz (2005), this reissue marks a significant moment in Nascimento’s storied career, capturing the artist at the "top of his game" with a sound that is both protective and visionary.

Named after Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture, the album reflects a "protective aura" through a sophisticated blend of genres. Listeners can expect a rich tapestry of:

• Romantic Bossa Nova: Sweet, melodic arrangements that highlight Nascimento’s gloriously flexible vocals.
• Contemporary Samba: Jazzy rhythms that bridge the gap between Brazilian tradition and modern fusion.
• Forceful Tribal Jams: Energetic tracks that showcase his experimental spirit.

The album features the glowing saudade of "Tristesse," a track hailed as powerful as any in his extensive canon, and a brilliant reworking of "Cantaloupe Island" featuring jazz titans Herbie Hancock and Pat Metheny. Whether he is delivering slinky jazz-funk or intimate ballads accompanied by simple guitar and drums, Nascimento proves why he remains a global influence. This CD is a "beautiful treasure" that demands repeated listening to fully extract every arrangement's nuance.