Banda Bassotti

Banda Bassotti is an Italian Rome-based political ska/oi/punk band known for protest songs, strong ties to activist circles, and energetic live shows.

Reviews on DeBaser document the band's roots in Rome's activist scene, members who work as construction workers, international solidarity actions (including trips to Nicaragua and tours in the Basque Country), a noted concert recorded as Un altro giorno d'amore, and a release of traditional revolutionary songs collected on Así es mi vida. Reviews also note the introduction of a brass/horn section in live performances and a historical, left-wing political stance.

Reviews praise Banda Bassotti's long-standing political commitment and energetic live shows. Critics note the addition of a brass section and strong solidarity actions (Nicaragua, Basque Country). Recommended listening: Así es mi vida and Un altro giorno d'amore.

For:Fans of political ska/oi/punk, listeners interested in protest songs and Rome's activist music scene.