When Mariza emerged 20 years ago she was hailed as the successor to Amália Rodrigues (1920-1999), queen of Portuguese fado. Mariza modestly discouraged the comparisons, but has since earned the right to be ranked alongside her.

When Mariza emerged 20 years ago she was hailed as the successor to Amália Rodrigues (1920-1999), queen of Portuguese fado. Mariza modestly discouraged the comparisons, but has since earned the right to be ranked alongside her.