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Rating: THE REVIEW
Il Genio is an interesting duo composed of Gianluca De Rubertis (already the keyboardist of Studiodavoli) and Alessandra Contini. Electronic, pop, retro atmospheres - this is their calling card.
Self-titled debut, theirs, under Disastro Records (a label linked to the historic Cramps Records); 40 minutes that let us fully appreciate their qualities; 12 tracks, 12 gems that shine with their own light.
Let's now turn the spotlight on the album.
"Il Genio" flows quickly. Minimal (and effective) arrangements adorned with keyboards, drum machines, bass and guitar provide the perfect backdrop for the group's two voices, Gianluca's serious one and Alessandra's sensual (a bit porno?) one (do Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg ring a bell?) that manage to deliver a magnificent interpretation of the lyrics. How can one resist "Pop Porno" (destined to become a sublime hit on the Italian airplay), "L'orrore" (with its references to B-series horror films), "La pathetique" (a genuine gem of the album) - an emotional duet between Alessandra and Gianluca, arranged to perfection, "Una giapponese a Roma" (a very successful and clever cover of the classic by Kahimi Karie).
One of the hottest names of the 2008 season. A debut that hits the mark. And we're just getting started...
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Il Genio's self-titled debut album offers 12 distinct tracks characterized by minimal and effective arrangements. The duo's blend of electronic, pop, and retro sounds perfectly showcases their vocal chemistry. Standout songs like 'Pop Porno' and 'La Pathetique' highlight their unique style. An impressive start marking them as one of 2008's hottest emerging talents.Tracklist Videos
Il Genio
Il Genio is an Italian electropop duo formed by Gianluca De Rubertis and Alessandra Contini. Debut album Il Genio (2008, Disastro Records/Cramps Records) yielded the hit single Pop Porno. The second album, Vivere negli anni X (2010), pushed toward a more refined, layered pop while keeping retro French-pop and Shibuya-kei influences.03 Reviews
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By panapp
"Vivere negli anni X" is more beautiful than "Il Genio": the duo surpass the mere level of imitation to reach a decidedly more personal and appreciable one.
Il Genio is a purely indie group that had fifteen minutes of immense fame: now that they are out of it, their quality has not diminished but has even increased.
