Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center [Map]
Mariza is a charismatic fado singer with a clarion voice and mesmerizing stage presence. Her hauntingly beautiful sound seems to bleed saudade, the uniquely Portuguese passion that roughly translates as a sorrowful longing. Whether singing traditional numbers or new songs, Mariza honors the legacy of fado, Portugal's expressive lament of destiny.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939 [Map]
Fresh, energetic, and alive, Tripping Lily’s pop/rock is cross-fertilized with folk music and cutting-edge vocal harmonies—proof of the band members' versatility. They unravel everything they’ve known to end up in a better place. Also appearing: Brian Hanlon.