Cristiano Malgioglio & M5

Italian singer-songwriter and television personality from Sicily, active since the 1970s. Widely known as a songwriter for major Italian performers and for a flamboyant public persona; also records and performs his own material.

Wrote songs for prominent Italian singers (mentioned in reviews: Mina, Ornella Vanoni, Iva Zanicchi, Giuni Russo, Stefania Rotolo). Career spans songwriting and performing, with public visibility on television and a reputation for a flamboyant, camp image. Associated in reviews with a 2006 remix "Pelame" / "Sbucciami" and collaborations billed as Cristiano Malgioglio & M5.

A sharply ironic DeBaser review that criticizes the 2006 remix "Pelame" and reflects on Cristiano Malgioglio's career as a songwriter-turned-performer. The reviewer highlights Malgioglio's work for major Italian singers, his flamboyant persona, and the tacky production choices of the single. Overall tone is critical and mocking.

For:Fans of Italian pop history, readers who enjoy ironic criticism, and those curious about camp/glam novelty records.