Rino Gaetano
Someone who writes a song like "Aida" doesn't deserve 5 stars? But have you ever listened to it, have you ever caught all the textual references? Or part 2, that is "Scusa Mary"? For me, one of the truest, most original, and courageous Italian artists, often underestimated because he is very popular among young people and marketed as a minstrel of commercial parties. more
Anthony Phillips -The Geese & The Ghost
Sound reminiscent of Genesis. A little gem. more
Stan Getz/Joao Gilberto -Getz/Gilberto
Can a Brazilian housewife record an album, just because she knows a little English, that becomes a milestone in the history of music? The answer is yes. Unmissable. more
Franco Battiato
The ambush album more
Santana -Abraxas
When this album was released, I was just a child, but there must be something in the music that leaves an indelible imprint on each of us. If I have developed such open musical tastes for multiethnic sounds, I owe it primarily to this record. Essential. more
Nek
I have read and heard people refer to him as "the Italian Sting." Sure, why not. more
Lady Gaga -Mayhem
Thanks to my Rosaspina (14/02/2025) more
Lucio Corsi -La Gente Che Sogna
Thanks to my Rosaspina (14/02/2025) more
Michael Curtiz -Casablanca
One of the most beautiful and important films of the 1940s and of cinema as a whole, a work that was discussed many years ago by Umberto Eco, who described its plot as something that transcended the idea of film itself and became legend. Strangely, no one has reviewed it on Debaser yet, so I'll take care of that. more
Curtis Mayfield -Superfly
Curtis Mayfield and Isaac Hayes were the main architects of the music that defined Blaxploitation. A Funk punch to the gut of America in the '70s. You can't miss it. more
Curtis Mayfield -Curtis
A unique voice and a distinctive writing ability defining a musical genre and an era. An essential album in the history of funk. more
Atem
GhostTrain

GhostTrain: Atem Traccia 01 in Atem Album - 1973

The peak of TD experimentation and electronics. more
Marco Castello -Contenta tu
Lately, I’ve been delving deeper into these relatively small Italian artists, and I must say I’m becoming quite passionate about them. I really appreciate the sounds and the tranquility that this album conveys. After a couple of listens, it’s inevitable to start humming along to the songs.

Contenta Tu is a mix of fresh sounds and melodies that span indie, pop, and a touch of folk. Its simplicity is exactly its strength: an album that makes you feel at home, without too many frills but with plenty of substance. The production is minimal yet well-crafted, with acoustic guitars accompanying Marco’s voice, creating an intimate and relaxing atmosphere.

One track that particularly struck me is "Cicciona." The song has a really catchy rhythm and a melody that gets stuck in your head from the very first listen. The lyrics are ironic and light-hearted, yet despite this, they manage to convey a positive message, almost like an invitation not to take oneself too seriously. It’s that song that makes you smile every time you hear it.

In short, this is an album not to be missed if you’re a fan of indie/pop (and I’d say a little bit of jazz and funky too!), but I think it could appeal to just about everyone. So give it a listen and let me know what you think! more
John Mayalls -A Hard Road
Outside Eric Clapton, inside Peter Green and John McVie. But the music doesn’t change; instead, it further defines the style of electric blues that will ignite millions of listeners and inspire a host of great musicians. Magnificent album. more
John Mayalls -John Mayall's Blusbreakers con Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton is to electric blues what John Mayall is to a launch platform in orbit. If Clapton became God, it was largely thanks to Mayall. An essential album. more
WAR -The World is a Ghetto
The world is a ghetto. Funk music has the job of breaking down the barriers that confine us to this ghetto. Long live funk. more
Kadhja Bonet -Childqueen
Psychedelic Chamber-Soul more
Terry Callier -What Color Is Love
An intense and magnificent album, made unique by the music and the warm voice of Callier. Essential in every club. more
Bill Fay
He managed to leave a great musical legacy despite the few recording opportunities he had and despite a 40-year hiatus. Immense. more