Marco Oliveira

**Marco Oliveira** is a Lisbon-born fado singer and guitarist whose smoky vocals and contemporary sensibilities breathe fresh life into Portugal’s soul-stirring traditional genre. Blending classic fado’s poetic melancholy with modern arrangements, he’s become a standout voice in preserving the genre’s emotional depth while connecting it to new audiences. His recent releases—like the dreamy lullaby *Canção de embalar (o sol e a lua)* and the introspective *Nocturna idade*—showcase his knack for balancing reverence for tradition with subtle experimentation. Tracks such as *Tengo en el Pecho una Jaula* (a nod to Spanish songwriter Amancio Prada) and the live-recorded *Perfidia* highlight Oliveira’s interpretive skill, while politically tinged works like *No embaraço da corrente* reveal his connection to Portugal’s legacy of socially conscious music. Whether crooning over sparse guitarra portuguesa or weaving in atmospheric textures, Oliveira keeps fado’s flame burning bright, one haunting melody at a time.

Genres

Fado

Latest Release

Uma Noite em Lisboa

Marco Oliveira

Album - 17 Tracks - Released November 24, 2023