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Italian/Brazilian folk artist Amanda Gonsales has signed with Wormholedeath for a re-release of her enchanting EP, Sacro, slated on 22 December.
Amanda Gonsales is renowned for her enchanting and mystical musical creations, seamlessly blending in elements in the vein of some Wardruna, all sung in her native Portuguese. Her EP Sacro was released in 2019 and its success paved the way for two remarkable tours across Portugal in 2021, gracing numerous festivals and concert halls.
Amanda's artistic expression transcends conventional boundaries, as she invites her audience to embark on a multisensory journey through sound and stage performance, transporting them to realms beyond the ordinary fabric of space and time.
In Amanda's words: "Talk about Sacro is always a great challenge. At the same time that I seem to have so much to say about this album, it seems words will never be enough to express what this work really means to me".
Her artistic journey began very early, leading her to this crucial point in her career - the release of her first EP. It was during her time in Évora, Portugal, when the seeds of Sacro began to take root.
The encounter with the historic city - with so many layers of time and apparent civilizations that take us to other cultures and put it in contact with the dimension of memory and imagination - is necessary for the artist's work. So, the crossing of personal memories with historical memories of the city resonated with her the need to talk about aspects of the place that the heritage does not highlight - the city's wounds - in this case, the Inquisition.
With influences from Brazilian popular music, Iberian, Scandinavian and Arabic folk music, and medieval sacred music, Amanda and her music producer patiently crafted the songs over many months. The result was Sacro, a work that transforms the listener through rich, evocative landscapes, connecting him with hidden aspects of himself.
The EP features a talented ensemble of musicians, showcasing a diverse range of instruments and sounds that complement Amanda's unique style.
To complement this musical journey, Amanda Gonsales presents a video for the track "Sigilo". Link
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