Enrico Martello

 The album showcases a multitude of facets thanks to an effective interweaving of analog and electronic moments.

 The atmosphere warms up progressively as the work is listened to.

Libera Velo’s solo album 'Riffa' continues her creative link with previous collaborators while exploring a diverse soundscape. The album mixes analog and electronic elements, combining psychedelic effects with electric guitars and myriad vocal styles from jazz to ethnic-Neapolitan. It evokes a Mediterranean atmosphere enriched by both acoustic warmth and electronic experimentation. 'Riffa' offers a nuanced and pleasant listening journey through layered, auteur-driven compositions. Listen to 'Riffa' by Libera Velo for a rich blend of psychedelic and Mediterranean sounds!

 May I Refuse is a perfect example of music that springs from the soul, where every note follows the trail of emotions and vanishes into the dimension of dreams.

 It is the music that prevails thanks to intense melodies that graze the skin, culminating in a shiver down the spine.

May I Refuse's album Weather Reports delivers a soft, ethereal indie rock experience filled with emotional melodies and delicate arrangements. Originating from the influential Italian label Black Candy, the band brings heartfelt music rooted in soul and dreams. Their style, while reminiscent of UK alternative pop-rock giants, remains uniquely expressive. The four Florentine musicians show great promise, potentially reaching the prestige of artists like Radiohead or Jeff Buckley. Listen to May I Refuse's Weather Reports and immerse yourself in a soulful indie rock experience today!

 The production work is essential, with deliberately unpolished mixing that reproduces a heavily distorted and ragged sound.

 There are no new insights, but an album that manages to engage just the aficionados of the genre.

Demon's Claws' fifth album, 'Satan's Little Pet Pig', delivers raw and distorted garage punk influenced by classic bands like the Sonics. The production is intentionally unpolished, capturing a ragged sound unique to the band. However, the tracks tend to blend together without much differentiation, offering little novelty beyond satisfying dedicated garage punk fans. The album shows potential but could benefit from further artistic maturation. Explore Demon’s Claws' gritty garage punk sound—listen to 'Satan’s Little Pet Pig' and dive into raw Montreal punk vibes!

 The key expression of 'Here Comes The Skinny Roller' always remains a nervous punk rock that often and willingly flows into electronic and occasionally psychedelic sounds.

 An excellent work born thanks to the right combination of expressive systematicity and moments of pure delirium. Unmissable.

La Monte's album Here Comes The Skinny Roller showcases a dynamic mix of nervous punk rock infused with electronic and psychedelic influences. The trio of Steve Nardini, Teho Teardo, and Mirco Muner deliver songs with strong melodies and aggressive post-punk energy wrapped in atmospheric soundscapes. The album balances expressive songwriting with energetic and intense moments. It's an outstanding and unmissable work for lovers of genre fusion. Discover the energetic fusion of punk, electronic, and psychedelic sounds in La Monte's Here Comes The Skinny Roller—listen now!

 The sounds are particularly dry, almost incomplete (also due to the total absence of a bass).

 An acceptable album but not one to listen to more than once.

Bad News' debut album 'Requiem for a Typewriter' delivers a raw, irreverent garage punk sound with minimal instrumentation. Despite an interesting bluesy track, the overall arrangements feel rough and challenging, making it a one-time listen for most. Influences from iconic punk bands shape the album, yet it lacks innovation and polish. Explore Bad News' raw punk debut and decide if their garage style is your next favorite listen!

 This album faithfully brings all the ingredients for a pleasant rock experience with the typical crunch guitars flowing over solid rhythms.

 The music manages to transport us to Californian beaches among insurmountable waves, tachycardia-inducing thigh slaps, and beach parties.

Ted Leo and The Pharmacists deliver an honest and unpretentious punk rock album on Living With The Living. The music features crunch guitars, solid rhythms, and melodic vocals bridging Liverpool and West Coast traditions. While early tracks have a similar mood, the album suits car rides and parties. The band’s commitment keeps beach rock vibrant with skillful musicianship and catchy riffs. Listen to Ted Leo & The Pharmacists’ Living With The Living and dive into authentic punk rock energy with melodic beach vibes!

 An intimate and calm album where the notes flow light and natural like a stream running its course.

 The entire album has all it takes to move nostalgic lovers of classics by Joan Baez or Janis Joplin.

Julie Doiron’s seventh album Woke Myself Up is a crafted blend of soft indie folk and intimate storytelling. The collaboration with Rick White enriches its composition, delivering ten brief yet intense tracks. With a whispered vocal style and atmospheric arrangements, the album resonates with nostalgic fans of classic folk icons. It’s a calm, natural flow of music that captures emotional depth. Listen to Julie Doiron's Woke Myself Up and experience a beautifully intimate indie folk journey.

 The album exhibits a linear and engaging structure, with a distinctive groove that manages to embed elements of new wave, punk, alternative, and dark as if they were fragments of a mosaic.

 Those who choose to visit this place will know the language of flowers.

Vivianne Viveur’s debut album, The Art Of Arranging Flowers, showcases a unique blend of new wave, punk, alternative, and dark elements. The album balances captivating and reflective tracks with a distinctive groove. The clear and characteristic vocals, accompanied by minimalist punk rhythms and a strong rhythm section, create an intense emotional experience. The work is likened to artisanal craftsmanship, transporting listeners to a dark yet serene sonic environment. Discover the haunting beauty of Vivianne Viveur’s unique debut – listen to The Art Of Arranging Flowers now!

 The new singer highlights the style of his predecessor R.J. Dio but brings the band a strong change in genre: now we can talk about true Epic Metal.

 Full credit goes to Cozy Powell and Tony Martin, perhaps too underestimated by critics.

Headless Cross captures Black Sabbath’s 80s transition into epic metal, featuring strong performances by Tony Martin and Cozy Powell. The album diverges from the band’s doom origins, delivering powerful riffs and memorable melodies. Though not a historical milestone like Paranoid, it remains a solid and underestimated record. Fans of classic metal and epic themes will find it rewarding. Dive into Black Sabbath’s Headless Cross and experience a powerful 80s epic metal journey—listen now!

 "Grass hurts you if you smoke it without style"... My God! How can you not fall in love with someone who says something like that.

 We thank every single rejection because it brought about a work that is something new but also reveals reminiscences belonging to the great songwriters of the ’70s-’80s.

Baustelle’s third album, La Malavita, stands out as a unique and original Italian pop concept album. It combines irony, sharp lyrics, and creative arrangements, drawing on influences from iconic 70s and 80s Italian songwriters. Inspired by soundtrack rejections, the album tells a compelling story and offers an emotionally rich experience, recommended for fans of alternative Italian pop. Discover Baustelle's La Malavita and dive into a fresh and emotionally rich journey through Italian alternative pop music!