Baustelle

Italian band from Montepulciano led by songwriter Francesco Bianconi with vocalist Rachele Bastreghi, known for literate lyrics and a blend of orchestral and electronic pop.

Origin: Montepulciano. Core members cited in reviews: Francesco Bianconi (author/frontman) and Rachele Bastreghi (vocals). Critical highlights in the reviews: celebrated albums include Amen and Fantasma; Amen is referenced in reviews as having received the Targa Tenco (2008) recognition in coverage on DeBaser.

Baustelle are presented across DeBaser reviews as an Italian group from Montepulciano notable for literate, often cinematic lyrics and a mix of orchestral pop and synth-driven arrangements. Recurring lyrical themes: death, time, love, violence and social critique. Critics praise songwriting and arrangements; live reports note strong audience engagement. Recent coverage includes the 2025 album El Galactico and the 2017 diptych L'amore e la violenza.

For:Listeners of literate Italian indie pop, orchestral/synth-pop and fans of thoughtful lyrics.