[Quickie] Who are Corte Real?

This is a question that’s been on my mind for quite awhile and, before heading out the door, I’ll show you why I’m determined to find out more about Corte Real. For starters, a history of the Atlantic class taught me João Vaz Corte-Real was a Portugese explorer who most likely came to America twenty years prior to Columbus but neglected to accurately document his discovery; therefore missing out on immortal fame and his own American holiday. Yet, does any of this play a role in new French band Corte Real – whose musical existence is sparse and MySpace is bleak. Perhaps I’ll find the answer to all of my questions soon, either way the melodic tracks of Corte Real will continue to marinate in my ears. They have a comforting sound, especially in the track “Ligne 15″ which fuses a great melody with old world overtones and Dylan-esque vocals. After a few listens you’ll want to find out more too:

[MP3] Corte Real – Ligne 15