MM3
Metá Metá
2016
Why This Album Matters
MM3, the third studio album by the São Paulo-based trio Metá Metá, released in 2016, represents a turning point in the group's sound. The work delves into a dense and visceral musical aesthetic, consolidating the fusion of Afro-Brazilian elements, particularly from Candomblé, with jazz experimentation and the weight of rock. It is an album that defies categorisation, proposing an intense and ritualistic sonic experience where urgency and introspection coexist. The work stands out for its originality and Metá Metá's ability to create a unique universe where ancestry meets the avant-garde. The compositions, often intricate and featuring unconventional arrangements, are punctuated by Juçara Marçal's powerful and performative voice, Thiago França's poignant saxophone timbres, and Kiko Dinucci's textured and percussive guitar. MM3 is an invitation to attentive listening, revealing layers of meanings and emotions that resonate far beyond a mere hearing.
Songs
The songs on MM3 are characterised by their non-linear constructions and the exploration of charged atmospheres. Tracks like "Mano Légua" and "Tristeza Não" exemplify the trio's mastery in creating sonic narratives that transition between the epic and the intimate, with lyrics that address themes of resistance, spirituality, and the complexity of existence. The instrumentation is minimalist, yet highly effective, with the interaction between the musicians creating rich textures and a hypnotic groove. Juçara Marçal's voice acts as a central element, navigating challenging melodies and conveying a profound range of feelings, from fury to melancholy. Kiko Dinucci's guitar frequently assumes a rhythmic and percussive role, while Thiago França's saxophone weaves melodic lines and interventions that add layers of dramatic flair and improvisational freedom. The percussion, often subtle but always present, roots the compositions in Brazilian and African rhythmic matrices.
Legacy
Since its release, MM3 has been widely acclaimed by specialist critics, both in Brazil and internationally, for its audacity and originality. The album solidified Metá Metá's position as one of the most innovative and relevant bands in contemporary Brazilian music, frequently cited in lists of the best albums of the year and the decade. Its unique and uncompromising sound influenced a new generation of artists to explore the boundaries between genres and seek a more authentic and experimental sonic identity. The impact of MM3 goes beyond critical recognition, contributing to expanding the audience interested in musical propositions that depart from the mainstream. The album is seen as a landmark that reaffirmed the power of Brazilian instrumental and vocal music when free from commercial constraints, proving that it is possible to be accessible without sacrificing artistic complexity and depth. It remains a reference work for anyone seeking to understand the new directions of Brazilian music.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Metá Metá
Juçara Marçal, Kiko Dinucci, Rodrigo Campos, Siba, Sérgio Machado, Thiago França, Traditional
Juçara Marçal
Kiko Dinucci
Marcelo Cabral
Sérgio Machado
Thiago França
Felipe Tichauer
Gustavo Lenza
Rodrigo Funai
Diego Saints
Kiko Dinucci
Videos
Metá Metá - MM3 | ALBUM REVIEW
Som de Peso
Metá Metá - MM3 ALBUM REVIEW (PT-BR)
O Audiófilo
Metá Metá - MM3 ALBUM REVIEW
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Resenha Metá Metá, MM3
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Books
Analyses
Resenha: Metá Metá - MM3 - musicontherun.net
musicontherun.net
De surpresa no fim de maio, eles soltaram MM3, terceiro trabalho de estúdio, disponível gratuitamente no site da banda. O clima que eles criam ao começar com um jazz bem envolvente de "Três Amigos" já é motivo para celebrar.
Resenha: Metá Metá - Mm3 - Floga-se
botequimdeideias.com.br
A abertura de "MM3" (ouça na íntegra aqui) lista tarefas que, a priori, já se mostram impossíveis de serem realizadas. As imagens montadas carregam um misticismo que só a música do conjunto poderia atribuir significado e extrair harmonias que conduzam o ouvinte pela beleza disforme criada.
Metá Metá - MM3 - Monkeybuzz
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O novo álbum de Metá Metá oferece uma variedade impressionante de climas e nuances, tudo muito sutil e forte, paradoxalmente. É música profunda, criativa, brasileira até a medula.
Disco: "MM3", Metá Metá - Música Instantânea
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Uma delicada expansão do rico universo de ideias e referências que naturalmente abastecem o trabalho da banda. Centrado na equilibrada interferência de cada integrante, MM3, assim como os dois últimos registros de estúdio da banda, se abre para a chegada de diferentes músicos e compositores.
Faixa a faixa: Metá Metá - "MM3" - Red Bull
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"MM3", o terceiro álbum do Metá Metá, acabou de levar o prêmio de melhor álbum do ano da APCA (Associação Paulista de Críticos de Artes).
Discogs
MM3 – Discogs
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