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 Intimacy is the key word of the album.

 Melancholy takes center stage, the kind of melancholy that grips the heart and can cause pain.

Moltheni returns with the EP 'Io non sono come te,' a collection of six original tracks recorded between Italy and Sweden. The album highlights acoustic guitar, Wurlitzer piano, and Moltheni's expressive voice. Intimacy and melancholy pervade the music, showcasing the artist's emotional depth. Standout tracks include ‘Tu’ and ‘Giorni cattivi,’ praised for their heartfelt lyrics and mood. Listen to Moltheni's intimate EP and experience the raw emotion and acoustic beauty of 'Io non sono come te' today.

 'Da dentro', a title, a program. A genuine masterpiece for Italian music.

 The album closes with the touching and psychedelic 'Blues for Ylenia', where the ghost of Syd Barrett emerges.

Lula's debut album 'Da Dentro' is celebrated as a genuine masterpiece of Italian rock, showcasing complex melodies and diverse influences from iconic bands. The album features standout tracks blending pop, punk, and acoustic elements. Produced by Amerigo Verardi, it highlights the fertile 90s Italian independent scene and includes collaborations with Carmen Consoli. The review praises its emotional depth and musical innovation. Listen to Lula’s 'Da Dentro' and discover a true gem of Italian rock’s golden era!

 Ronin is an instrumental project with strong cinematic influences (the soundtracks of the master Morricone are one of the main sources of inspiration).

 A perfect work, one of the few cases where one can be surprised by such talent.

Ronin's second album, Lemming, showcases Bruno Dorella's talent in combining cinematic, folk, and instrumental music. Inspired by Morricone's soundtracks, the album offers rich atmospheres and innovative sound techniques. Standout tracks include 'L'etiope,' 'You need it, then it comes,' and the unique collaboration with Amy Denio. The album is highly recommended for both fans and newcomers alike. Listen to Ronin’s Lemming now and experience a unique blend of cinematic folk and instrumental mastery.

 "The arrangements of the songs are striking, never mediocre and always full of originality."

 "Raiz’s voice is unstoppable."

Almamegretta's first live album 'Venite! Venite!' delivers a vibrant collection of 13 tracks drawn from their discography. Featuring two unreleased songs, the album showcases original and striking arrangements that blend live energy with electronic music. Raiz’s powerful vocals and the band’s dynamic performance breathe new life into classic tracks. This album is more than a simple live recording—it's a compelling experience for Italian music fans. Listen to 'Venite! Venite!' and experience Almamegretta's powerful live performance today!

 "Quiet. A dark hip-hop album. 9 songs, 9 fragments of Neapolitan daily life, the harsh life of underground Naples."

 "Lucariello has great talent. There’s little to argue about."

Lucariello's debut solo album Quiet offers a powerful exploration of Neapolitan daily life through dark hip-hop. With nine tracks, it highlights social struggles like prostitution, homosexuality vs. religion, marginalization, immigration, and youth upbringing. The album's raw, poetic storytelling in the Neapolitan dialect presents a melancholic but resilient image of underground Naples. Quiet stands out as one of Italy's best hip-hop debuts, showcasing Lucariello's evident talent. Listen to Lucariello's Quiet and discover a raw and poetic journey through Naples' underground life.

 The journey begins with a heartbeat, a delicate guitar arpeggio, and Battiato’s voice introducing the world of Fetus.

 'Fashions pass, various musical genres are destined for variation, but records like this are destined to remain fixed in the minds of all of us.'

Franco Battiato's 'Fetus' is his first full-length album, marking the start of his experimental phase in the 1970s. The album, inspired by Aldous Huxley, features naive yet innovative musical structures and a unique blend of synthesizer and acoustic instruments. Tracks explore themes of life, existence, and transformation through suggestive soundscapes. 'Fetus' remains an essential and unforgettable milestone in progressive and experimental music. Discover the pioneering sounds of Franco Battiato's 'Fetus' — listen now and dive into a visionary musical journey.

 "'Ogni città avrà il tuo nome' is a small masterpiece of Italian music, barely 37 minutes for an artifact of rare beauty."

 "Santa Sangre are compact in their emotional sound evolutions, perfect authors of decadent love songs that wouldn’t look out of place in some movie."

Santa Sangre's 1997 album 'Ogni Città Avrà Il Tuo Nome' is praised as a rare treasure in the Italian music scene. The band blends Balkan, religious imagery, and cinematic influences into 11 emotionally powerful tracks. Highlighted songs include 'Non prendo rose per te' and 'Canta per me Maria.' The album is considered a compact masterpiece with hypnotic atmospheres and unpredictable musical turns. Listen to Santa Sangre's evocative 'Ogni Città Avrà Il Tuo Nome' and explore a unique blend of emotional and cinematic rock!

 2 minutes and 50 seconds of pure creative genius with distorted guitars, horns, scratches... and the rapped singing of Alioscia blending with Giuliano’s magnificent voice.

 Their masterpiece: originality, in other words, a hybrid sound proposal, the ingredient of their success.

Casino Royale’s 1993 album Dainamaita marks a bold shift from their early ska roots to a pioneering Italian crossover sound. Featuring diverse influences such as rap, reggae, and rock, the album stands out for its innovative arrangements and Italian-language lyrics. With standout tracks blending distorted guitars, DJ scratches, and melodic vocals, Dainamaita is hailed as the band’s masterpiece, integrating social and political commentary. The album's originality and hybrid style secured Casino Royale's critical success. Listen to Casino Royale's Dainamaita now and experience a landmark Italian crossover masterpiece!

 A rare, very rare example of excellent Italian music cared for in the finest detail.

 An electric guitar guides us between the human world and the virtual reality, there is a need to stay in this new reality.

24 Grana’s Metaversus is an exceptional Italian album inspired by Neal Stephenson’s novel Snow Crash and cybernetic themes. Combining dub foundations and punk influences, it takes listeners on a journey through a virtual Metaverse and an intense inner emotional voyage. The album stands out for its rich sound textures, thoughtful lyrics, and varied moods from melancholy to sweetness. It is praised as a rare example of highly detailed and excellent Italian music. Explore the captivating journey of 24 Grana’s Metaversus—immerse yourself in its unique fusion of sound and story today!