Calibro 35

The Profile

Italian instrumental group from Milan formed in 2007, Calibro 35 rework and expand on 1970s Italian crime-cinema sounds while writing gritty originals. Core members include Enrico Gabrielli, Massimo Martellotta, Luca Cavina, and Fabio Rondanini, with producer Tommaso Colliva.

Formed in Milan (Italy) in 2007; members: Enrico Gabrielli, Massimo Martellotta, Luca Cavina, Fabio Rondanini; producer: Tommaso Colliva. Style blends 70s Italian crime-soundtrack aesthetics with prog-funk/jazz. Their track “Eurocrime!” features in Mike Malloy’s documentary “Eurocrime! The Italian Cop and Gangster Films That Ruled the ’70s.”

Reviews portray Calibro 35 as a Milan-based cinematic funk/jazz group channeling 70s Italian crime soundtracks with prog-funk energy. Early work blends covers and sharp originals; live sets are sweaty and vivid. Critics praise musicianship and vibe, while noting repetitiveness on Decade aside from standout tracks like Psycheground. Overall reception leans positive with some reservations.