Moura announces “Fume Santo De Loureiro,” an EP inspired by the darker side of Galician tradition and conceived as the soundtrack for Tito Refoxo‘s short film “Nai.”
After their self-titled debut, the stand-alone single “Muiñeira da Maruxaina” (included as part of compilation boxset “Grados. Minutos. Segundos.“), and their second studio album “Axexan, espreitan,” the band Moura, renowned for their commitment to exploring and preserving Galician tradition, is pleased to announce their upcoming studio EP titled “Fume Santo De Loureiro,” set to be released on May 31, 2024 with Spinda Records. This new conceptual EP has been conceived as the original soundtrack for the short film “Nai,” directed by filmmaker Tito Refoxo, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Brais do Rei, the band’s current drummer.
The title of this new multidisciplinary project involving members of Moura originates from exorcising and healing expression used in various Galician rituals, which aligns perfectly with the storyline of “Nai.” In the short film, a family from the village of Rois (A Coruña, Spain) becomes entangled in a dark tragedy with the disappearance of the little one of the house. Shocked and desperate for answers, the family members are compelled to come together in an attempt to unravel the mistery that has cast shadows over their lives.
“Fume Santo De Loureiro” consists of three main songs, accompanied by an introduction and small cuts of incidental music that showcase the band’s experimental side. They present us with a dark album where traditional voices and percussion guide us through the process of loss; Progressive “exconxuros” (spells) create a hypnotic mantra against the evil eye; and the “arrolos” (lullabies) become ghostly cries.
Tracklist:
- Agoiro / Pranto
- Contra os males de aireada
- Canto de Berce
Formats:
Digital/Streaming
Compact Disc
Vinyl
For this project, the band moved to Hertzcontrol Studios in Seixas (Portugal), with the collaboration of producer and engineer Marco Lima. The mastering was handled by Álvaro Gallego, who has been involved in all of Moura‘s studio albums to date.
On May 31, 2024, “Fume Santo De Loureiro” will be available on all streaming platforms, as well as on CD and in a limited and numbered vinyl edition under Spinda Records‘ “Trippy Series.” The artwork, by Hugo Santeiro (band’s guitar player) represents a significant difference from previous releases; amidst loss and darkness, it opts for a white aesthetic.
The release of the single “Contra Os Males De Aireada” is scheduled for April 25, 2024 which will also mark the opportunity to Pre-Order this new EP by Moura.
