Louis Matute - Dolce Vita (2026) [Hi-Res]

Guitarist Louis Matute has released Dolce Vita, an album that serves as a vibrant synthesis of Latin American heritage and contemporary European jazz. Recorded with his Large Ensemble and featuring guest appearances by prominent Brazilian vocalists, the record blends jazz, groove, Caribbean rock, and vintage textures. Despite the ironic title, the project centers on the poignant history of Matute’s family, specifically their forced exile from Honduras and their resistance against imperialist corporate influence. The album is a profound exploration of personal and political identity, establishing Matute as a pivotal figure in the modern jazz landscape.

Tracklist:
1-1 Louis Matute - Santa Marta [4:53]
1-2 Louis Matute - Le jour où je n'aurai d'autre désir que de partir [5:07]
1-3 Louis Matute;Dora Morelenbaum - Não me convém [3:02]
1-4 Louis Matute - Les veines noires de son cou [5:34]
1-5 Louis Matute - Tegucigalpa 72 [3:03]
1-6 Louis Matute;Joyce Moreno - O que é o amor ? [4:24]
1-7 Louis Matute - Gringolandia [4:36]
1-8 Louis Matute;Rico TK - I'll See You Soon [3:47]
1-9 Louis Matute - Dolce Vita [4:53]
1-10 Louis Matute;Gabi Hartmann - Lençoís de chuva [3:29]