Nova Cançó, translating to "New Song" in Catalan, is a richly evocative music genre that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s in Catalonia, Spain. With its roots firmly planted in the Catalan folk tradition, Nova Cançó artists combined their native musical heritage with modern influences to articulate a vibrant form of political and cultural expression. This genre was both a cry for the preservation of the Catalan identity and a bold statement against the oppressive Franco regime, which sought to suppress regional languages and cultures. Artists like Lluis Llach and Joan Manuel Serrat became iconic for their poetic lyrics, melding folk melodies with contemporary sounds, and using music as a powerful tool for social commentary and resistance. Nova Cançó not only marked a significant cultural movement in Catalonia but also left a universal message of resilience, unity, and the transformative power of art.

Roger Mas i la Cobla de Sant Jordi - Ciutat de Barcelona Vol. 2

Roger Mas

Album - 13 Tracks - Released September 13, 2024