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 The EP is a successful mishmash of genres where noise rock, punk, alternative, and indie certainly take the lead.

 Other elements like dreamy guitars and a melodic jazzy trumpet come in and out, making the EP very accessible, varied, and original.

Lava's Stupid Era EP offers a vibrant four-track blend of punk, noise rock, alternative, and indie. The band integrates unexpected elements like jazzy trumpet and dreamy guitars, making each track accessible and original. Despite a raw, aggressive opening track, the EP remains varied and engaging throughout. Listen to Lava’s Stupid Era EP now and dive into their fresh mix of punk, indie, and jazzy sounds!

 A poetic album, an album written "with an open heart," laying bare its (and our) weaknesses, difficulties, disappointments, and more.

 We sincerely hope that this album reaches as many people as possible, obviously those endowed with a bit of sensitivity and not closed off in their cocoons.

Spaltro - Vol. 1 is a self-produced album that stands out in today's overwhelming digital music landscape. The album offers poetic, heartfelt lyrics reflecting real, authentic life experiences. It is a rare gem deserving of attention by sensitive listeners seeking sincerity beyond superficial distractions. Listen to Spaltro - Vol. 1 now and experience a rare, heartfelt musical journey beyond the noise.

 A beautiful instrumental album (with an opening track sung in Calabrian dialect) is what Antonio Olivo offers us.

 He proves his great skills in crafting pieces that would be perfect for a soundtrack.

Malutempu’s 'Mala Tempora Currunt' is a beautifully crafted instrumental album led by Antonio Olivo. Featuring a rare track sung in Calabrian dialect, the album’s soundtrack-ready pieces benefit from strong contributions by Domenico Ierardi and Illias De Sutter Ntavlidis on traditional instruments. The project highlights Olivo’s multi-instrumental and production skills. Listen to 'Mala Tempora Currunt' and immerse yourself in Malutempu's atmospheric instrumental journey.

 Adriano Giammanco offers an album perfectly balanced between overseas sounds and Italian songwriting.

 Solemuto’s closeness to bands like Afterhours becomes even more apparent, rather than the old-style songwriting à la Battisti.

Solemuto’s debut album 'L’ultimo cromantico' is a well-balanced mix of grunge and psychedelic sounds reminiscent of Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, combined with Italian lyrical songwriting. Adriano Giammanco’s one-man effort reflects influences from Audioslave and Italian bands like Afterhours rather than traditional styles. The album includes catchy pop moments making it a successful and fresh release. Listen to Solemuto’s unique blend of grunge and Italian songwriting on 'L’ultimo cromantico' now!

 Longoparty starts quietly. It’s like the calm before the storm...

 A chaotic and perfect party to go crazy for.

Rusty Brass' debut album 'Incisioni barbariche' offers a thrilling blend of jazz, ska, funk, and Latin beats. The opening track 'Longoparty' sets the tone with dynamic brass solos and vibrant rhythms. The album showcases skilled musicianship with its big band setup and energetic arrangements. It stands out as a chaotic yet perfect brass party worth adding to your playlists. Listen to Rusty Brass' debut album now for a wild ride through jazz, ska, and funk-infused brass!

 Masua churns out tracks that have a strong appeal because, despite this approach, his distinct knack for writing simple, direct pop songs always wins.

 A powerful record, let’s say that out of 8 tracks, only one misses the mark.

Masua's album 'Distratto & Insolente' marks a strong transition from mainstream pop to punk-tinged power pop. Out of eight tracks, seven are energetic and impactful with a raw yet catchy appeal. The songwriting remains simple and direct, resonating with emotional themes of anger and insolence. Only one ballad is less successful, but overall the album impresses with its powerful, straightforward sound. Listen to Masua's 'Distratto & Insolente' now and experience punk-powered power pop with raw, catchy energy!

 Stories of depression, unrequited loves, broken relationships that leave wounds in the soul.

 A continual seesaw between moments of false calm before the storm, of tracks that slowly unwind between indie and funk only to explode into choruses with near nu-metal guitars.

The Bowers’ debut EP, Pieno mezzo vuoto, explores heavy themes like depression, unrequited love, and social frustration. Musically, it mixes indie, funk, and nu-metal elements, creating a tense balance between calm verses and explosive choruses. The album critiques societal facades and forced monogamy, reflecting a deep emotional unrest. Overall, it’s a thoughtful and intense introduction to the band’s sound. Dive into The Bowers' intense debut EP and experience a unique blend of indie, funk, and nu-metal with powerful emotional depth.

 Meditation and poetry will save us.

 A return to the synthetic past of the 80s to tackle the liquid future ahead.

Max Deste’s 'Omaggio al Poeta' explores AI themes through a nostalgic 80s synth pop lens. Inspired by Buddhist meditation, the album delivers mostly positive, emotional lyrics. It presents a hopeful message about the future amid technological change. Deste combines poetic depth with catchy electro-pop sounds in this self-produced work. Listen to Max Deste’s 'Omaggio al Poeta' and immerse yourself in a poetic synth pop journey blending past and future.

 Casaluce reminds us of [Battiato] in some passages, especially in the beautiful title track that opens the album.

 Have we perhaps found a new singer-songwriter capable of standing on the scene with dignity and intelligent and emotional lyrics?

Casaluce’s album Crisalide evokes the spirit of the late artist Battiato through its complex and poetic songwriting. Written during the lockdown, it explores life’s complexities with emotional depth. Standout tracks like the title track and “Una giornata alquanto ventosa” highlight Casaluce's potential as a singer-songwriter with intelligent lyrics and refined arrangements. Listen to Casaluce's Crisalide now and discover poetic, thoughtful songwriting inspired by Battiato's legacy.

 "Everything is clear from the very first notes... the soundtrack of this broken world."

 "Shall we call it dystopian punk? ... amid the punk rampages, dark, apocalyptic melodies, with a scent of industrial like NIN. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful..."

Battista’s album 'La fogna del comportamento' delivers a raw and acidic punk soundtrack reflecting a broken world. The title track sets a dystopian, politically charged tone, mixing aggressive punk with industrial, NIN-like melodies. The album critiques societal apathy and looming conflict, combining intense vocals with dark, apocalyptic sounds in a powerful statement. The review highlights the record’s emotional and musical strength despite its defeatist outlook. Listen to Battista’s powerful dystopian punk album and explore the fierce social commentary and dark industrial sounds!