It's hard to imagine, but fado started life in dark bars and brothels in Lisbon's slums. Today it is a renowned art form that put Portugal on the international music map. Much has happened in the genre's 150-year history, too. Ana Lains has her roots in fado, but is also a singer who explores chansons and related light music. In the past she worked with Ivan Lins and Boy George, among others. At
… Portucalis, pure fado stands brotherly next to the more international sounding song. Perhaps not quite to the wishes of fado purists, who open their ears to Ana Lains to hear what a gifted singer she is. One that effortlessly manipulates diverse genres. (PdK)more
