Starring Fate : The Portuguese fado phenomenon evokes memories and triggers tears

Abstract

In the past it was a propaganda tool of the right-wing dictatorship, now it is the main cultural article of free Portugal. Fado has gained worldwide popularity despite being mired in brooding moods.

In November, the biggest contemporary star of the genre, the singer Mariza, will perform in Prague.

Keywords

• Portugal
• music
• melancholy
• fado
• singer