December 22 marks the 20th anniversary from the death of Sammy Bartolo, the lead singer of one of Malta’s most synonymous groups, New Cuorey. His charming voice was and is still one of the most cherished among the Maltese listeners.
To commemorate this, upon the initiative of group guitarist Joe S. Grech, a new album titled New Cuorey, Sammy Bartolo: Is-Suċċessi, is being launched, a re-release of the 1997 album New Cuorey: Il-Bajja tal-Mellieħa. The new album includes the same 16 tracks of the 1997 album with an additional bonus track, Tislima lil Sammy Bartolo: Leħen f’Tarf il-Wied, performed by various singers from Mellieħa, including Sammy’s daughters Nadine and Louisana.
The album cover, which features a photo of Sammy Bartolo in his young days, was designed by Alexia Baldacchino. The recording was remastered by Chris Grech and the album produced by New Cuorey guitarist Grech.
The album is available from D’Amato Record Shop, Valletta, by calling on 9983 8477 or by sending an e-mail to newcuorey@gmail.com.